Minerals and Metals in Ancient India v1.c14.s2.t7.4
Minerals and Metals in Ancient India v1.c14.s2.t7.4
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v1.c14.s2.t7.4
The analysis of the gold from Lothal has revealed that a natural alloy, electrum, with a high percentage of silver and free from lead, was used by the goldsmiths in making pendants and other ornaments. After the analysis it has been proved that alluvial gold was not used by the Lothal folk.