Nephrite (Jade) totally oxidised from green to white throughout, indicating age prior to 2500 BC - carving of an oriental male -

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Nephrite (Jade) totally oxidised from green to white throughout, indicating age prior to 2500 BC - carving of an oriental male - possibly the oldest known jade carving? Crystal structure: monoclinic Composition: calcium magnesium iron silicate Mohs hardness: Multiple images composited to show 360 degree view, on a pure black background.

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Size: 6660px × 4440px
Location: United Kingdom
Photo credit: © Derek Anderson / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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