Openwork Auspicious-Beast Jade Bi

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Of Hetian greenish-white jade with reddish-brown calcification. Twin chi-dragons are carved in openwork encircling a small central bi, their bodies curving gracefully. A Han pendant jade cut by openwork piercing ?? an ancient noble's personal ornament. H 0.7 cm, Diameter 7.3 cm, 46 g.

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Openwork Auspicious-Beast Jade Bi

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