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Object #     2003-45/14
Object name     Archer's Ring
Culture of Origin     China
Materials     Jade
Techniques     Carved
Dimensions     H: 1 in
Exhibit Label    

The ring was worn to protect the archer's left thumb from fletchings of arrows as he shot them.
Source     Estate of Harry E. Peterson
Credit     Gift of Claire & Harry E. Peterson


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