Ritual ImplementsChinese3rd-2nd millennium BCE
Slice of a "Cong" Cylinder
Late 3rd or early 2nd millennium BCE
Dimensions
L. 14.5 x W. 5.1 cm (5 11/16 x 2 in.) Weight 69 g
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