Oracle Bone Necklace
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: bone;metal,brass;stone,chert?
DimensionsOverall (Le=approx meas from clasp to bottom centre piece of stone): 40 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineFrom the Rev. Dr. James M. Menzies collection, given by his son Arthur R. Menzies
Object number2003.029.101
DescriptionEight pieces of oracle bone and one piece of stone joined together with a delicate chain with a neck clasp. Each piece of bone or stone has a metal collar. Bone has incised partial inscriptionsStatus
Not on viewc.1200 BC