A Review of Energy Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence (EDXRF) as an Analytical Tool in Numismatic Studies

Appl Spectrosc. 2016 Jan;70(1):207-21. doi: 10.1177/0003702815616594.

Abstract

Energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (EDXRF) as an analytical technique in studies of ancient coins is summarized and reviewed. Specific EDXRF applications in historical studies, in studies of the corrosion of coins, and in studies of the optimal working conditions of some laser-based treatment for the cleaning of coins are described.

Keywords: Coins; Energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF); Laser cleaning.

Publication types

  • Historical Article
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Corrosion
  • History, 15th Century
  • History, 16th Century
  • History, 17th Century
  • History, 18th Century
  • History, 19th Century
  • History, 20th Century
  • History, Ancient
  • History, Medieval
  • Lasers
  • Numismatics / history*
  • Numismatics / methods*
  • Spectrometry, X-Ray Emission / methods*