JADE COLLARED DISK WITH DRAGONS WESTERN ZHOU

19 JADE COLLARED DISK WITH DRAGONS

WESTERN ZHOU PERIOD 1100 - 771 BC Diameter: 6 3/4 inches ( 17 cm )

This collared disk is carved in dark green mottled jade. The surface is perfectly smooth. In the center of the disk is a pronounced, elevated rim or collar. The distinguishing features of this disk are the pairs of finely carved dragons, facing each other, located in relief at each of the four cardinal points on the outside rim of the circle.