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Posted By: mikeoz Posted Date: Oct 03, 2007 (05:40 PM) |
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Message My dear Ernest, I think you will find that this is made of iron, not stone. It's a rattle, used by itinerent herbal doctors in China to advertise their availability. My friend Dr Paul Unschuld has covered the subject (with clear illustrations) in his books on Chinese medical apparatus. Also, correct me if I am wrong, but 'pi' are usually fairly flat, while this is distinctly shaped like a doughnut. Post a Response |
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- mikeoz - Oct 05, 2007 (01:52 AM)