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A Technique for Distinguishing the Textures of Bricks and Tiles

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  28 November 2008

John F Potter
John F Potter
Affiliation:
Department of Archaeology, School of Human and Environmental Sciences, University of Reading, Whiteknights, PO Box 217, Reading, Berkshire RG6 6AB, UK.
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Abstract

A simple, relatively non-destructive technique is described which can be used to distinguish between the fabrics and textures of different bricks and tiles. Its use should help to prevent the continued confusion that exists in the identification of different kiln-based clay products in the field

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Shorter Contributions
Information
The Antiquaries Journal , Volume 86 , September 2006 , pp. 326 - 330
Copyright
Copyright © The Society of Antiquaries of London 2006

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