Buddha’s hand, 清 瑪瑙佛手擺件, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 18th century, China, Carnelian, H. 4 in. ( cm), Hardstone, The Buddha’s-

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Buddha’s hand, 清 瑪瑙佛手擺件, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 18th century, China, Carnelian, H. 4 in. ( cm), Hardstone, The Buddha’s-hand citron takes its common name from the shape of its fruit, which resembles the idealized fingers of the Buddha. Although the fruit is not edible, it has a strong fragrance and is used as an offering at the altar

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