with copy of receipt stating "Ming greyish white and brown jade carving...", incised geometric design to body, possibly lychee, hole drilled to top possibly for use as a snuff bottle, with carved custom hardwood stand, 2 x 1-3/4 x 1-1/4 in.
Provenance: Purchased from Nagatani, Chicago, Illinois, October 1974 (accompanied by copy of receipt); Estate of Dr. Elmer B. Brown, St. Louis, Missouri
Note: This item tested for nephrite on the Presidium Gem Tester II
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Purchased from Nagatani, Chicago, Illinois, October 1974 (accompanied by copy of receipt); Estate of Dr. Elmer B. Brown, St. Louis, Missouri
natural inclusions and internal cracks, small divot to side, light accretion, two small chips to edges near top
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