Ritual ImplementsChinese2nd millennium BCE
Thin, Chisel-Like Jade Blade
c. 2000 BCE - c. 1700 BCE
Dimensions
17.7 x 6.3 x 0.4 cm (6 15/16 x 2 1/2 x 3/16 in.) unspecified: 81 g
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