Review of: The CHIPS Database: A Repository for Reference Data on Chemical Analysis in Archaeometallurgy of Iron. Round#1/Reviewer#1

Key Points

• The review aims to evaluate The CHIPS Database as a key resource for chemical analysis in archaeometallurgy of iron.
• Reviewed the database content and structure
• Assessed the utility of reference data for archaeological research
• Evaluated the impact on metallurgical studies
• The database provides comprehensive reference data for various iron samples
• Facilitates comparisons across archaeological findings
• Supports advancements in understanding ancient metallurgical practices