Period of Contact and trade with other countries in Asia enabled traders to exchange wares in the port city of Cebu possibly as early as 9th century A.D. based on the rare pieces found in the Philippines Chinese coins, of Jars and Ceramics.  These were transported to the islands by shipping vessels capable of long journeys.

Bowl

Tall Lead Glazed Jar in amberlinth splashed with green, dragon on shoulder, high neck, glazed lips, four wide vertical handles.  Fukien, Chuan - chou. (Quanzhou).  LAA Collection

Jars

Assorted trade beads