Ritual ImplementsChinese2nd millennium BCE
Jade Scepter
Longshan or Erlitou culture, c. 2000 - c. 1700 BCE
Dimensions
L. 37.2 x W. 8.8 x Thickness 0.6 cm (14 5/8 x 3 7/16 x 1/4 in.) Weight 318 g
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