Minerals and Metals in Ancient India v1.c21.12
Minerals and Metals in Ancient India v1.c21.12
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Thus it may be said that Hastināpur did not have any urban splendour before 800 BC. Iron was introduced only around this period, and the variety of gems gradually appeared from sixth century BC onwards, and more so around third century BC after the intimate trade contact with south India.