Spectrochemical Characterization of Red Pigments Used in Classic Period Maya Funerary Practices
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We studied the composition, colour chromaticity and form of application of red pigments in human bone samples from seven C lassic period L owland M aya sites. The samples were analysed by X ‐ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy ( SEM ) and X ‐ray energy‐dispersive spectroscopy ( EDS ). Colour was measured using conventional colour identification standards ( M unsell) and reflectance spectroscopy. Cinnabar and hematite were identified as the pigments used. We conclude that the reflectance method has advantages over conventional visual results, as it provides precise, objective and quantifiable optical data to distinguish the chromaticity, colour saturation and brightness of the pigments
Brightness · Characterization (materials science) · Chromaticity · Cinnabar · Hematite · Mineralogy · Nanotechnology · Optics · Physics · Pigment · Reflectivity · Building materials and conservation · Chemistry · Conservation Techniques and Studies · Cultural Heritage Materials Analysis · Materials Science · Spectroscopy
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