Ritual ImplementsChinese12th-11th century BCE
Jade Arrowhead
12th-11th century BCE
Dimensions
H. 8 x W. 2.7 x D. 0.5 cm (3 1/8 x 1 1/16 x 3/16 in.) Weight 13 g
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