Exceptional Miao Tribe Chinese Bridal Belt in 900 Fine Silver weighing 1kg - late 19th century - early 20th century Thickness 7.5 cm, closed diameter: 30 x 30 cm, total weight 1000g in 900 fine silver filigree. Bibliography: Schein, Louisa. Minority Rules: The Miao and the Feminine in China's Cultural Politics. illustrated, reprint. Durham, North Carolina: Duke University Press, 2000. ISBN 082232444X

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