incision and openwork. Mottled and translucent jade; partially calcified; concave reverse side is incised with 'comma' pattern; sinuate lines (incised) follow the curvilinear open work which projects at the side of the ring. Translucent pale green jade with mottling.

Archer’s thumb ring, 480-221 BCE

Unknown artist, expand_more
Details
Title
Archer’s thumb ring
Role
Artist
Accession Number
50.46.329
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incision and openwork. Mottled and translucent jade; partially calcified; concave reverse side is incised with 'comma' pattern; sinuate lines (incised) follow the curvilinear open work which projects at the side of the ring. Translucent pale green jade with mottling.