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Body jades


Image of jade pendants

Jade pendants like these from the 4th century B.C. were placed on the bodies of the wealthy in their tombs


The body is covered with a silk veil with jade sewn into it. From the neck to the knees there are a number of jade pendants, discs, plaques and beads.


Image of jade bi

This is a very early example of a jade bi from around 2500 B.C.


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