MINERALS AND FOSSILS
Sicily
Source: v. J. Ruska, p. 176; Tamīmī (Muršid, pp. 91-95).
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Described in the pseudo-Aristotelian book of stones as a stone of the ocean that swims on water (p. 203). Sources like Tamīmī mention its volcanic origin in Sicily (p. 203).
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Described in the pseudo-Aristotelian book of stones as a stone of the ocean that swims on water (p. 203). Sources like Tamīmī mention its volcanic origin in Sicily (p. 203).
Evidence
"With pumice it is also possible to remove colour and ink from paper."
Remarks
In the context of manuscripts, the text notes its use in removing color and ink from paper (p. 203). It was also used to treat animal hides to make them rough and in medical powders for eyes when mixed with honey (p. 203).
Scientific Analysis
Chemical CompositionVolcanic glass
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Confirmed
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Material Type
paper
ColorBrown
RegionSicily
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