Jade Hair Ornment

Datec.3500 BCE

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: jade, nephrite, green, beige

DimensionsOverall: 14.7 x 10.2 x 7.6 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineMary Elizabeth Isserstedt Bequest

Object number2007.018.001

DescriptionOrnament is cylindrical at the bottom end, widening outward with a flared side at the opposing top end. The interior of the top flared side has slight rounded vertical grooves. There are two perforations on either side at the narrow end. Piece has a small amount of the green jade with the majority speckled and beige.
Colour: green; beige

Status

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