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Plaque with Phoenix. Culture: China (Xinjiang Autonomous Region, Central Asia). Dimensions: Diam. 2 3/4 in. (7 cm). Date: 7th-9th century. The nomadic communities of Central Asia used such plaques to embellish clothing
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