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1. Imperial Seal Of China

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   Material Composition and Iconography
   The materials chosen for the seals were strictly dictated by imperial sumptuary laws, reflecting the rank and perceived longevity of the associated dynasty. The most coveted material was jade, particularly nephrite sourced from the Hetian region, believed to possess inherent spiritual resonance capable of stabilizing the imperial aura. It is a common misconception that all seals were made of jade; lower-tier administrative seals utilized bronze, silver, or, in the later Qing Dynasty, s…