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VINTAGE HARDSTONE CICADA

Big and heavy, buff and darker areas of hardstone (bowenite?) carved in the classic Han dynasty manner, ox-nose piercings at the head and now mounted in a fine wood stand. This vintage piece comes from a good East Coast collection. Additional views here and here.

Item   ff46
Size:   Cicada 3.73" x .76" thick, 154 grams; 7-3/4" overall
Price:   Only $138
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