XRF and powder X-ray diffraction analysis of ancient iron slags from the “Sladak Kladenets” and “Malko Dryanovo” archaeological sites, Bulgaria
- 1 December 2021
- journal article
- conference paper
- Published by Bulgarian Geological Society in Review of the Bulgarian Geological Society
- Vol. 82 (3) , 253-255
Abstract
Using X-ray fluorescence and Powder X-ray diffraction analysis, the chemical and phase composition of ancient iron slags and raw iron ore were investigated. The type of raw ore was identified as self-fluxing. The operating furnace temperature was determined in the range 900–1000 °C. The results obtained are of archaeological importance. They will contribute to the chronological specification of the time of realization of the metallurgical process and the type of used furnaces.Keywords
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