Ritual ImplementsChinese1st-3rd century CE
Jade Pig (one of a pair)
25 CE - 220 CE
Dimensions
9.2 x 2.5 x 2.2 cm (3 5/8 x 1 x 7/8 in.) unspecified: 121 g
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