Ritual ImplementsChinese14th-8th century BCE
Jade Dragon Silhouette
14th-8th century BCE
Dimensions
H. 5.5 x W. 2.9 x D. 0.3 cm (2 3/16 x 1 1/8 x 1/8 in.) Weight 8 g
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