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Buckle

CultureChinese
Date19th century
MediumBrass
DimensionsOverall: 1 3/4 × 2 1/4 inches (4.45 × 5.72 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number33-777
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DescriptionPart of a brass buckle consisting of two sections hinged together. Both parts in archaic dragons stylized to form cloud patterns.
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