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Jadeite plate

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Qing Dynasty
Diameter: 17.5cm
Height: 3.5cm

The plate is shallow and has a slightly folded edge and a flat bottom. It is completely unadorned.

This plate is made of translucent and smooth jadeite. The natural veins on the fruit green background are just like sparkling spots on the jadeite.

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