Forgery Detection Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
What is forgery in archaeology?
A
Adding, deleting, or modifying elements to falsify an artifact.
2
Q
Examples of forgery detected via IR?
A
Thutmose III statue, Ramses II ancestor statues, Nineteenth Dynasty coffins.
3
Q
How do IR & IRR help?
A
Reveal restorations, reused materials, detect smuggling and fake paintings.
