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Major H. Garland
Ancient Egyptian Metallurgy
Printed: 12.99 $
Author: Major H. Garland
Series: Red Line History Books
Genres: Architecture & Engineering, History Books, Non-Fiction
Series: Red Line History Books
Genres: Architecture & Engineering, History Books, Non-Fiction
The practical points brought out by this work are
( 1) The value of microscopical examination in the study of ancient specimens:
(2) The probability of a much earlier iron age in Egypt than that generally accepted:
(3) The early use of the " cire perdu " process for castings; and
(4) the comparatively late use of cold working associated with annealing for the shaping of vessels, etc.