Small Jade Pendant in the Form of an Archer's Ring
Ritual ImplementsChinese

Small Jade Pendant in the Form of an Archer's Ring

Classification
Ritual Implements
Medium
Nephrite
Culture
Chinese
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

4.8 × 3.1 × 0.6 cm (1 7/8 × 1 1/4 × 1/4 in.)

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