White Jade Belt Hook with Dragon, Ming Dynasty

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    The whole belt hook has an exquisite shape and a vivid image with smooth carving lines, the carving techniques are superb, which make it become a treasure in the jade wares of the Qing Dynasty. The jade belt hook started in the Warring States period, and it was used for the belt to buckle the belt.
    Dragon is a legendary spirit animal in ancient China. It has horns, a beard, scales and claws. It can mount the clouds and make the rain, which has long been regarded as the embodiment of the feudal emperor. Chi dragon is one type of dragon. Dragon is often used as decoration in the bronze wares of the Shang and Zhou Dynasties.

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