This sacred object is structured as a gold coffin encased within a silver outer casket, created to contain the relics (śarīra) of Sakyamuni Buddha – typically holy bones or remains, venerated as sacred traces of the Buddha. The inner coffin is crafted from precious gold, while the outer casket is made of silver. This exquisite nested structure embodies reverence and devotion toward the Buddha, intended both to protect and to enshrine his sacred relics.

Han Dynasty Bronze Fang Vessel with Double-Dragon and Taotie Motif
A Han Dynasty bronze ritual vessel with double-dragon and taotie decoration refers to a type of bronze ceremonial object crafted during China's Han Dynasty (206 BCE – 220 CE), featuring elaborate ornamentation typically including paired dragons and the taotie (mythical gluttonous beast) motif. These bronze fang vessels were often associated with religious ceremonies, sacrifices, banquets, and other ritual activities.

A Han Dynasty bronze ding with gold and silver inlay refers to a type of bronze tripod cauldron crafted during China's Han Dynasty (206 BCE – 220 CE), characterized by the use of both gold and silver materials for decoration. Gold and silver were typically applied to the surface or decorative parts of the ding to create artistic effects.

A Qin Dynasty bronze deer refers to a bronze object crafted during China's Qin Dynasty (221–206 BCE), typically carved and cast in the image of a deer. These bronze deer may have served religious, ritual, decorative, or other purposes, reflecting the culture and artistic style of the period.

A Western Han Dynasty (206 BCE – 8 CE) bronze vessel decorated with hunting scenes and a hundred beasts motif. These bottles are generally regarded as wine vessels or containers, used for holding and serving wine at banquets and celebratory events. They reflect the cultural and artistic style of the Western Han period.

Tianjuan Tongbao is one of the ancient Chinese coins. It is an early Jin Dynasty coinage. Due to its extreme rarity, Tianjuan Tongbao is not recorded in many coin catalogues. It exists in two denominations: small flat (xiaoping) and two-cash (zhe er). The small flat coin has both regular script and seal script varieties.

The Xiwang Shang Gong coin is one of the ancient Chinese coins. It was a reward coin (medal) bestowed by the ruler of the Great Western Kingdom. It is listed among the "Fifty Rare Treasures of Ancient Chinese Coins" and is a great treasure in numismatic circles.

The characters on the Three-Hole Spade coin are elegant and vigorous, showing a natural antique patina. Its preservation is exceptionally rare. Moreover, the large Three-Hole Spade inscribed "Anyang" on the obverse and "twelve • one liang" on the reverse appears for the first time – a unique solitary treasure. Its emergence not only adds a new type and quantity to the Three-Hole Spade series but also provides material evidence for the study of the history, geography, and social economy of the State of Zhao during the Warring States period. It is a precious object that integrates scholarly, artistic, historical, and collectible value.

Ming Zhengde Yuhuchun vase: flared mouth, long neck, sloping shoulders and rounded belly. The body is decorated with five bands of blue-and-white patterns. The main motif on the belly is interlocking lotus scrolls. The neck and foot are adorned with plantain leaf patterns, floral sprays, drifting clouds, and variant lotus petal bands. The body is light and delicate, the decoration well-spaced, and the blue glaze has a soft, elegant tone. The unglazed base shows flint-red (huoshihong).

Painted female figurines are an important category of burial figurines. They are relatively common in Tang Dynasty aristocratic tombs. The Tang Dynasty was another peak era for the development of painted female figurines after the Han Dynasty, offering insights into the craftsmanship of Tang painted female figurines and the aesthetic standards of women at that time.

The warrior figurine wears armor, a coarse rope-like belt at the waist, a neck guard, shoulder covers, and a double chest protector with a heart guard. He wears striped narrow-cuff trousers and pointed boots. One hand rests on the hip, the other originally held a weapon. He stands on a mountain-shaped base. The figurine and base are glazed in yellow, green, and white.

Heavenly King figurines are typically buried in pairs, placed on either side of the tomb entrance, to ward off evil spirits and protect the deceased's body, belongings, and soul from disturbance. Thus, they are dressed as warriors: robust figures wearing armor, hair tied up, with furious expressions. Armor skirts hang down on both sides below the waist, and boots cover the feet. One hand rests on the hip, the other forms a fist before the chest. The figure stands on a fierce beast, left foot on the beast’s head, right foot on its rump. The three colors are vivid, fully expressing the warrior’s might and valor. The figurine has a vivid form and accurate proportions, making it a successful example of sancai ware.

Civil official figurines represent the image of high-ranking bureaucrats in ancient China, including characteristic features such as headdress, robe colors, and body posture.

The Tang Dynasty sancai tomb-guarding beast is a type of funerary object, typically placed on both sides inside the tomb gate to guard the entrance and ward off evil. Features include a human face on a beast body, usually with a pair of single horns on the head, sometimes adorned with a crown, eyebrows, eyes, and various expressions conveying a fierce demeanor. The limbs are typically cloven-hoofed (traits of swift animals), and the feet are ox-like hooves for stable standing. The back may be decorated with feathers, further enhancing its sense of power and mystery.

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