X-RAY FLUORESCENCE ANALYSIS OF ITEMS MADE OF NON-FERROUS METAL OF THE PRE-TURKIC PERIOD FOUND AT THE CHOBURAK-I NECROPOLIS (NORTHERN ALTAI)
Abstract
During excavations of burial complexes in Altai, which belong to the Bulan-Koby archaeological culture, items made of non-ferrous metal were found. However, their purposeful study has not yet been undertaken, which limits the possibilities for making the necessary scientific interpretations. This article presents the results of X-ray fluorescence analysis of a small series of finds from the Choburak-I necropolis. This site is located in the Northern Altai and dates back to the preTurkic period. The obtained determinations of the chemical composition of simple decorations demonstrate the variety of recipes used in casting the initial materials. Of particular importance are the items made of brass. The presented variety of metal alloys can testify to wide contacts of the Altai population in the pre-Turkic period, as well as to the existence of local traditions of decoratiions making. It is important to continue the systematic study of similar and other finds from non-ferrous metal, which are in museum collections in Russia and abroad.
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