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Mirror with Design of Dragon and Clouds

Western Han dynasty (206 BC - 9 AD)

Chinese dragons have supernatural powers and represent good fortune, kindness, and wisdom. They were thought to fly the soul safely to heaven (represented by clouds).

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Mirror with Design of Dragon and Clouds
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