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This research aims to explore the materials used in 19th-century French warships, specifically focusing on their sheathing.

July 2, 2026Journal of Archaeological Science ReportsOpen Access

A new insight into the sheathing of early 19th-century French warships: SEM-EDX and ICP-MS analyses of copper-based samples from the Lion (1809) and Robuste (1809)

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SBSébastien Berthaut-ClaracUniversité de Perpignan NCNicolás C. CiarloUniversidad de Cádiz MBM. BethencourtUniversidad de Cádiz

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Comparative analysis of copper materials from the Lion and Robuste shipwrecks demonstrates technological practices in early 19th-century French shipbuilding.

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This research aims to explore the materials used in 19th-century French warships, specifically focusing on their sheathing.
Performed SEM-EDX and ICP-MS analyses on copper-based sheets and tacks from the Lion and Robuste shipwrecks.
Utilized microstructural and chemical composition data for assessment of manufacturing processes.
Compared findings with documentary evidence and existing data from other shipwrecks.
Identified specific copper-based materials used for hull protection on the Lion and Robuste.
Proposed hypotheses on wartime supply refitting practices based on material analysis.
Refined understanding of intra-fleet manufacturing variability in early 19th-century shipbuilding.

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Berthaut-Clarac et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a45ff3c9ed134303130fc73 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jasrep.2026.105910

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Comparative analysis of copper materials from the Lion and Robuste shipwrecks demonstrates technological practices in early 19th-century French shipbuilding.

A new insight into the sheathing of early 19th-century French warships: SEM-EDX and ICP-MS analyses of copper-based samples from the Lion (1809) and Robuste (1809)

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A new insight into the sheathing of early 19th-century French warships: SEM-EDX and ICP-MS analyses of copper-based samples from the Lion (1809) and Robuste (1809)

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