Ritual ImplementsChinese12th-11th century BCE
Flat Jade Axe with Notches
12th cent. BCE - 11th cent. BCE
Dimensions
9.3 x 9.4 x 0.4 cm (3 11/16 x 3 11/16 x 3/16 in.) unspecified: 71 g
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