Ritual ImplementsChinese16th-11th century BCE
Heavy Jade Dagger-Axe
16th-11th century BCE
Dimensions
H. 27.4 x W. 7.8 x D. 1 cm (10 13/16 x 3 1/16 x 3/8 in.) Weight 334 g
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