Ritual ImplementsChinese19th century

Jade Archer's Thumb Ring

19th century

Classification

Ritual Implements

Medium

White jadeite with emerald-green markings, the stone of Burmese origin

Culture

Chinese

Period

Qing dynasty, 1644-1911

Century

19th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 2.8 x W. 3.5 cm (1 1/8 x 1 3/8 in.)

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