宋至明 灰墨玉琮

of flattened square section, carved with a cylindrical tube extending to either end, the stone of a greyish-celadon and dark brown tones

The jade cong is in good condition, with the exception of some small bruises to two corners, a further bruise on one side, and a fissure running from the rim (approx. 5 cm). There are some minor nicks to the extremities.
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