Internal Organic Detection
Neutron imaging penetrated the metal casing and revealed internal organic material. This included plant based residue that was not visible externally.
Ritual Use Interpretation
The presence of organic residue supported interpretations that the vessel was used in ritual libation practices. The residue composition matched known botanical materials from the region.
Manufacturing Insights
The scans revealed casting defects and internal repairs. These features helped identify the vessel’s production method and workshop origin.
Preservation Impact
Neutron imaging allowed researchers to study the vessel without opening or sampling it, preserving both the metal and the internal residue.
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