Metal fragments of roman pipes from pompeii: investigations on copper-based alloys, corrosion products, and surface treatments

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• What: This work reports the study of fragments from Roman pipes excavated from the archaeological site of and currently preserved in the deposits of the National Archaeological Museum of Naples (MANN). The aims of this specific project were to identify the composition of the alloys, explore the manufacturing techniques employed in crafting Roman tibiae, and assess the presence of surface decoration or ancient protective treatments. The work also aimed at investigating the corrosion processes affecting tibiae, which are peculiar composite (metal/bone) artifacts. The fragments studied in this research were collected from the boxes in which the . . .
  

   

  

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