PIXE–PIGE analysis of Carolingian period glass from Slovenia
Ž. Šmit|David Jezeršek|Timotej Knific|Janka Istenič
Glass artifacts excavated from the Late Roman and Carolingian period site at Bašelj Slovenia were analyzed by combined PIXE–PIGE method using a proton beam in air. The results show that majority of objects glass ingots made traditional Roman, natron-type glass. Increased titanium other impurities found indicating had been recycled several times. As composition was similar to objects, possibility exists secondary workshop local vicinity. typologically stratigraphically dated confirm glassmaking continued area Eastern Alps well into 9th century.
Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research Section B: Beam Interactions with Materials and Atoms