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Record No. 16545

Book of Documents

尚书 Han Shu
Book
Ban, G., Ban, Z. and Xiu, M. (105 CE; Eastern Han) Book of Documents. [尚书 Han Shu]
Sinkankas/Born No.: NIS/NIB  |  Language: in Chinese  |  not seen
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gems, jade, China, Adam, Chinese jade books, jade lore, Fischer-Chinese
This work describes the symbolic significance of jade in ancient politics and religion, especially its prominent role in royal symbolism and rituals.