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During the Qing dynasty, high-ranking civil and military officials wore necklaces of beads, which were standard uniform regalia. The beads were made of semiprecious stones and strung with silk ribbons. The rarity of the material and colors of the ribbons signified the ranks of the officials.
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清晚期 朝珠
Title: Official necklace (chaozhu)
Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Date: 19th century
Culture: China
Medium: Amber, jade (jadeite), imitation coral
Dimensions: L. 41 in. (104.1 cm)
Classification: Amber
Credit Line: Gift of Heber R. Bishop, 1902
Object Number: 02.18.924
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