MEDIEVAL LEAD-TIN ALLOY OBJECTS FROM THE CITY OF LONDON

Author(s): Justine Bayley

A total of 42 medieval lead-tin alloy objects were analysed semi-quantitatively by X-ray fluorescence. The results show high tin alloys were used for vessels, slightly lower tin for lids, knobs and candlesticks, and a wide range of alloys for spoons.

Report Number:
10/1991
Series:
AML Reports (New Series)
Pages:
8
Keywords:
Lead/Tin Alloy

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