Minerals and Metals in Ancient India v1.c14.s10.5

v1.c14.s10.5

Three types of furnaces were found at Harappa but there is some doubt whether these were used for metallurgical purpose or not. Some excavators opined that these were used mainly for baking the pots and beads. But at Lothal the purpose and function of the furnace are more or less clear. From the evidences (furnished by the excavation) and shapes of the furnace, the excavators are of the opinion that these furnaces were used for metallurgical work, such as melting copper ingots or for casting tools and ornaments.