Metal Composition
XRF revealed gold alloyed with silver and copper, consistent with ancient Levantine metallurgy.
Manufacturing Techniques
Elemental variations indicated different production stages, including hammering and annealing.
Historical Context
The rings reflected elite craftsmanship in Sidon. 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 Bronze Age Gold Foils from Ugarit during Biblical Archaeology
XRF Analysis of the Bronze Age Gold Jewelry from Byblos for Biblical Research
XRF Analysis of the Bronze Age Gold Beads from Lachish for Biblical History Studies
XRF Analysis of the Bronze Age Silver Hoard from Tell el-Ajjul for Biblical Confirmation