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Ancient animal statues show up in Beijing

(chinadaily.com.cn) Updated: 2016-08-02 08:54 Comments

Ancient animal statues show up in Beijing

Auspicious animal-shaped belt hook from the Warring States Period (475-221BC) on display at the exhibition. The belt hook was often used by noble men in ancient China. Often made in gold, silver and jade, the hook was not only a necessity, but also a symbol of the user's social status. [Photo/China.com]

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