Unknown Chinese
Set of Game Counters

CultureChinese
Titles
  • Set of Game Counters
Datec. 1750–1850
Made inChina
MediumMother of pearl
DimensionsEach: 2 1/2 × 5/8 in. (6.4 × 1.6 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Miss Ima Hogg
Object numberB.69.185
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