First practical scientific test to date and authenticate priceless silk masterpieces
Wednesday, October 12, 2011 - 10:30
in Paleontology & Archaeology
Scientists are reporting development of the first fast and reliable scientific method to determine the age and authenticity of priceless silk tapestries and other treasures -- such as Civil War General Phillip Sheridan's famous red-and-white battle flag -- in museums and other collections around the world. A report on their work appears in Analytical Chemistry.