41264
Accession Number
7488
Author
Coghlan, H.H.; Tylecote, R.F.
Title Of Article Chaper
Medieval iron artifacts from the Newbury area of Berkshire: metallurgical examination
Title Of Journal Book
Journal of the Historical Metallurgy Society
Volume
12
Issue
1
Pages
44548
Literature Type
Serial
Literature Level
Analytic
Abstract
This examination covers ten iron artifacts (arrowheads, spearheads, knives and a stake-like implement) which range from the 11th century (Viking) to late Medieval. Hardness measurements are quoted, and the study indicates that medieval arrowheads, while skillfully forged, consist in general of wrought iron. Spearheads and knives may well be in a higher metallurgical class. -- AATA
pub_id
41264