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Kuei (Royal Staff)

Kuei (Royal Staff)

Maker: Chinese

Date: c. 1800 BC
Medium: jade and teakwood
Credit Line:Museum Purchase
Object number: 1952.68.2
This ceremonial hammer shaped Chen Kuei was a symbol of Imperial authority. The hole in the center was used as a grip, so that the heavy scepter could be shifted from one hand to the other during the ruler's audience.
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