PLATE XX 



Two-edged Bronze Swords of the Han Period (see p. 215). 



Fig. I. Much- worn blade, highly polished by means of an alloy of mercury and 

 tin (such as is employed for metal mirrors), rhomboid guard, hollow handle. Length 

 45.6 cm. Cat. No. 1 16754. 



Fig. 2. Unpolished blade, solid handle. Length, 45 cm. Cat. No. 1 16757. 



Fig. 3. Blade, guard, and handle, made in one cast. Guard and knob of hilt 

 show the same designs on the reverse side. Length, 71 cm. Cat. No. 1 16756. 



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