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Piece of Amber

CultureChinese
Date18th century
MediumAmber
DimensionsOverall: 3 1/4 × 2 inches (8.26 × 5.08 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number34-71
On View
Not on view
Collections
DescriptionPiece of amber of intertwined dragons in an elaborate pattern.
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