Analysis of copper-alloy fitments on a Roman gladius from the river Ljubljanica

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  • Žiga Šmit
  • Primož Pelicon

Abstract

The method of proton induced X-ray emission (PIXE) analysis was applied for studies of the metal composition of copper-based alloys on the scabbard of a Roman gladius, discovered in the river Ljubljanica. The scabbard fitments were made of brass, except for small parts of the U-shaped lining made of bronze. The fitting components were bound by riveting and soldering using a tin-lead alloy. The analysis testifies to the use of brass in the early Augustan era. The reliability of the PIXE results is discussed.

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2000-01-01

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Šmit, Žiga ., & Pelicon, P. (2000). Analysis of copper-alloy fitments on a Roman gladius from the river Ljubljanica. Arheološki Vestnik, 51. Retrieved from https://ojs.zrc-sazu.si/av/article/view/8239

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Vol. 51 (2000): ARHEOLOŠKI VESTNIK

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Roman period

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