Ritual ImplementsChinese8th-5th century BCE
Heavy Trapezoidal Jade Plaque
770 - 476 BCE
Dimensions
H. 7.1 x W. 6.9 x D. 1 cm (2 13/16 x 2 11/16 x 3/8 in.) Weight 114 g
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