C1868 A Dispute over a Pot
This diplomatic exchange of gifts was more symbolic, such as Governor Philip's carving of the crucifix and the biblical story of the tribune, both because of the value of the gifts and also because of the religious intent.
As for the porcelain bottles that Xiao Letian returned with, it was a very proper national gift. Anyhow, no one would say that Chinese gave them to someone with a high status