Qing dynasty
Decorated on each side four pairs of chi dragons and archaic scrolls, the center with a rectangular cartouche enclosing two raised characters zhai jie on one side, which may be translated as 'abstinence', and the other side similarly inscribed in Manchu script, the rectangular plaque drilled vertically for stringing.
3 1/8in (7.9cm) length
Qing dynasty
Decorated on each side four pairs of chi dragons and archaic scrolls, the center with a rectangular cartouche enclosing two raised characters zhai jie on one side, which may be translated as 'abstinence', and the other side similarly inscribed in Manchu script, the rectangular plaque drilled vertically for stringing.
3 1/8in (7.9cm) length
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