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A geochemical characterization of lead ores in China: An isotope database for provenancing archaeological materials.
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PloS one [PLoS One] 2019 Apr 24; Vol. 14 (4), pp. e0215973. Date of Electronic Publication: 2019 Apr 24 (Print Publication: 2019). - Publication Year :
- 2019
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Abstract
- A well reasoned lead (Pb) isotope-driven provenance study lies in concert with a comprehensively evaluated database of geological ore sources and accompanying archaeological and contextual information. In this paper we have compiled and evaluated all currently available Pb isotope data for galena and K-feldspars in China, and provided geological interpretations for how their ore-forming substances evolved across relevant tectonic terrains. We pay particular attention to the geological settings of host ore deposits that were likely exploited in ancient and historic China, detailing the heterogeneity and homogeneity of their ore formation across different metallogenic provinces and belts. Using the isotope database, and supportive geological and archaeological background information, three case studies are presented that detail the provenancing of Chinese cultural materials. The isotope data themselves are presented in ternary diagrams that allow for their concise and accurate comparison.<br />Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist.
- Subjects :
- China
Geography
Isotopes
Archaeology
Databases, Chemical
Lead analysis
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1932-6203
- Volume :
- 14
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- PloS one
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 31017963
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0215973