Ritual ImplementsChinese11th-8th century BCE
Oblong Jade Tablet with Bird Decor
c. 11th cent. BCE - 771 BCE
Dimensions
10.8 x 3.3 x 0.7 cm (4 1/4 x 1 5/16 x 1/4 in.) unspecified: 44 g
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