Sep 8, 2015

Jade String Pendant for the Royal Ceremonial Costume

Jade String Pendant for the Royal Ceremonial Costume

패옥 (佩玉)

late 1800s–early 1900s

Part of a set. See all set records

Silk: gauze weave and plain weave; jade and beads (2 sizes)

Overall: 48.9 x 16.8 cm (19 1/4 x 6 5/8 in.)

General Income Fund 1918.551.f

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This is a set of royal ceremonial robe and accessories worn by a high-ranking court official for attending special state ceremonies. The set consists of an inner coat, an outer coat, a skirt, a back apron, a crown, a pair of jade tassels, a tablet, and a belt.

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