chlorite

Ingredients

chlorite, lead plugs

Preparation Steps

Original Recipe Text

A chemical analysis conducted in Berlin identified the material of stone casting moulds found in Miletus (Turkey) as chlorite (p. 103). The stone was selected due to its ease of working and its inherent thermal stability, making it ideal for moulds intended for firing or casting (p. 103).

Evidence

"A chemical examination in Berlin had shown that the stone used consisted of chlorite, which «as a consequence of its low hardness can be worked easily» and which is «relatively resistant to heat»."

Remarks

The specimens, discussed by Friedrich Sarre in his work 'Das islamische Milet', include moulds joined with lead plugs (p. 103, 105). While initially thought to be for grenade manufacture, the presence of lead and the decorative complexity suggest they were used as moulds for glass or metal (p. 105). The chlorite stone used is noted for its heat resistance (p. 103).