987166

Jade Wheel #987166

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Jade Wheel #987166
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Chinese Jade is very famous in the world.Jade is a stone of much history,it has been a part of oriental philosophy for centuries.Jade has always held a special place in Chinese culture.From ancient times its value has been considered to be greater than gold or silver.Beginning in the Neolithic period,the stone was carved into shapes such as discs or square tubes and placed on the body of the deceased within the tomb.

First discovered in 1924 at Qijiaping in Guanghe,Gansu Province,the Qijia Culture spread around the upper reaches of the Taohe,Daxia and Weihe rivers in Gansu and the Huangshui basin in the upper reaches of the Yellow River in Qinghai,during the transitional period from the Neolithic Age to the Bronze Age (2250-1900BC).The culture was at a same time as the Longshan Culture (2500-2000 BC),which was widespread in the central plains in the middle and lower reaches of the Yellow River, and is characterized by very fine unpainted ceramics,jades,and simple tools.

This is a fine jade artifact from Qijia culture.Its form is similar a disc,but having a extra revolving edge.This beautiful item is really gorgeous and in excellent condition.It will bring good luck,health,fortune,safety and wisdom for you!Not only is it a ornaments,but also it is an very significant collection.Please do not hesitate to put a bid for it.
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<tr><td>Condition:Good </td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:Old</td></tr>


<tr><td>Height:4</td></tr>
<tr><td>Depth:0.2</td></tr>
<tr><td>Width:3.8</td></tr>
<tr><td>Weight:0.2</td></tr>
<tr><td>Title:Jade Wheel</td></tr>



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