Metal Composition
XRF revealed silver alloyed with copper and trace elements, consistent with ancient Near Eastern metallurgy.
Manufacturing Techniques
Elemental variations indicated different production stages, including casting, hammering, and annealing.
Historical Context
The rings reflected elite craftsmanship in Ugarit. XRF provided scientific support for their origins.
Preservation Impact
XRF allowed researchers to analyze rings without sampling or altering their surfaces.
Additional Radiology Topics
XRF Analysis of the Ketef Hinnom Silver Amulets during Biblical Archaeology
XRF Analysis of the Bronze Age Silver Hoard from Tell el-Ajjul for Biblical Research
XRF Analysis of the Bronze Age Gold Jewelry from Byblos for Biblical History Studies
XRF Analysis of the Bronze Age Gold Foils from Ugarit for Biblical Confirmation