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Subject:Unusual Neolithic jade Axe
Posted By: R Allan Barker Thu, Jan 26, 2017 IP: 49.228.98.229

Hello to All,

I collect ancient Asian antiques but do not know much about ancient jades, except jade is a difficult subject. About 20 years ago I obtained my only jade, a pale green Neolithic Chinese flat Axe with unusual double holes and a sharp cutting edge as if it was used as a tool. The encrusted dirt in now mineralized and it has natural patterns of calcification, but retains a lot of its original green surface. A jade bangle from the same site was 100% calcified.
It's large at 13 x 11 cm.

I did see one other jade in a book with the same sharp cutting edge on the end.

I would greatly appreciate any feedback on what it is, what culture it's from, and even its value. It was from an anthropologist friend as a gift.

Many thanks,

R Allan Barker







Subject:Re: Unusual Neolithic jade Axe
Posted By: Ernest Wilhelm Tue, Jan 31, 2017

No one wants to touch this on hand of pictures. I suggest bringing it to a museum, or tell us in which town you live, and some jade collector may be able to help you.
Ernest

Subject:Re: Unusual Neolithic jade Axe
Posted By: Lee Mon, Feb 06, 2017

yes this one looks neolithic but it is broken. the calcification on it looks ok. this piece is only good for study but isn't worth very much because it is not complete

Subject:Re: Unusual Neolithic jade Axe
Posted By: pipane Wed, Feb 08, 2017

I would agree with Mr Lee. Interesting piece for study purpose.

Regards
P.


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