Jade of the Zhou Dynasty, 1100-771 BC

Jade of the Zhou Dynasty, 1100-771 BC

Jade is a kind of ancient Chinese jade, usually round, with a round hole in the middle. The history of the jade can be traced back to the Neolithic period, especially the Liangzhu culture (3400-2250 BC). In the later Shang, Zhou and Han dynasties, the craftsmanship and decoration of jade became more complex and exquisite.