History of Chemistry in Ancient and Medieval India, Incorporating the History of Hindu Chemistry by Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray c38.s1.11
History of Chemistry in Ancient and Medieval India, Incorporating the History of Hindu Chemistry by Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray c38.s1.11
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c38.s1.11
We also find that among the companions of the poet Vana (7th century A.D ) were an assayer and a metallurgist. Such terms as *lohavid* and *dhatuvid*, which occur repeatedly in Sanskrit literature, show that the metallurgists were held in high regard, and the specialized knowledge was in great demand.