Ritual ImplementsChinese10th century BCE
Jade Handle with Incised Design
10th century BCE
Dimensions
H. 9.9 x W. 2.2 x D. 0.4 cm (3 7/8 x 7/8 x 3/16 in.) Weight 16 g
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