Ritual ImplementsChinese16th-11th century BCE
Jade Dagger-Axe with a Long Tang
16th-11th century BCE
Dimensions
L. 26.5 x W. 7.2 x Thickness 0.5 cm (10 7/16 x 2 13/16 x 3/16 in.) Weight 137 g
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