A superb, rare and large Chinese Shang dynasty green jade ceremonial axe blade with remnants of red cinnabar on surface and in five attachment holes across the top.
Dating to the Shang period circa 1550-1030 BC
Measures 55cm length / 18cm height when on stand / 3mm thick at widest point. A section of the blade has been rejoined and has traces ...click for details
A rare and superb ancient Chou dynasty carved cylindrical jade and banded agate bead necklace. The jade beads carved with stylized pattern common for the the time period especially during the later Chou when jade manufacture was at its highest. All matching beads, restrung with modern clasp
Dating to the Eastern Chou dynasty circa 771-256 BC
