Sword Guard

CultureChinese

Date6th century C.E.

MediumCarved agate

DimensionsOverall: 1 3/4 × 3 1/2 inches (4.45 × 8.89 cm)

Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust

Object number45-9

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Collections

East Asian Art

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