History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D. v1.c11.s3.t1.1

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Because most of the Copper Hoards have been found in caches, they give an impression of abundance of metal. For example, at Gungeria, 424 artifacts with a total weight of more than 400 kg were discovered. Until we find these implements in regular excavations or habitation sites, however, it will be difficult to infer the real abundance of metal in an archaeological context.