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The article you described seems to focus on a particular artifact—a ring with the inscription <福瑞> (Fu Rui) or <good luck> and a bat image on both sides—that was found at the Khairt collection site in the Khulunbuir Sum area of Dornod province, Mongolia. It delves into the archaeological and ethnographic significance of this discovery within the context of Mongolian culture The article provides details about the ring itself, highlighting the inscription and the bat imagery present on both sides. It explores the broader cultural and historical context of Mongolia, considering the significance of such artifacts within Mongolian customs and traditions. The symbolism of the bat, particularly in relation to the Mongolian concept of <buyan ulzii>, is discussed. This likely involves examining how bats are perceived in Mongolian culture and their symbolic associations with luck or other concepts. Based on the inscription and the symbolism of the bat pattern, the article suggests a tentative dating of the ring to the 19th-20th centuries. This dating is likely inferred from similar artifacts or historical records that provide context for understanding the cultural significance of the ring.
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