Transcription: Qing Dynasty Costume Accessories Under each new Chinese dynasty, serious attention was given to regulations regarding official costume. Emperors of the Sui and Tang dynasties designated yellow as the sign of their imperial status. Ordinary ministers and subjects could not use this color. During the Qing Dynasty, differences in rank were shown by different designs on clothing or different numbers of inlaid gems. For example, a Grade 1 official wore a white crane embroidered on his official robes, while a Grade 2 official's gown was embroidered with a golden pheasant. The Emperor's crown was emb ...
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