Warring States Period Hetian Jade Grain Pattern Bi Disc

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5th–3rd Century BCE (Warring States Period); Diameter 4.8 cm (1.89 in.); Weight: 13 gCondition & Provenance: Finely carved from Hetian jade with a warm reddish-brown patina developed over centuries. The surface retains a smooth polish and naturally aged appearance. The circular form is well preserved, with a balanced central aperture and clearly defined grain pattern decoration. Minor age-related surface characteristics are consistent with antiquity. Private Collection, New York, USA.Description: Carved from fine Hetian jade, this bi disc represents a distinguished form of elite jade craftsmanship from the Warring States period. The circular disc features a central aperture and is decorated with evenly arranged raised grain patterns, reflecting the refined carving techniques and sophisticated aesthetic standards of the era.During the Warring States period, jade bi discs served important social and ceremonial functions beyond ritual use, representing status, authority, wealth, and aristocratic identity. They were also associated with elite exchanges, formal occasions, and the display of social rank among the nobility. The precise carving, harmonious proportions, and elegant decoration demonstrate the advanced jade-working traditions of the period.

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