Author: Bergsøe, Paul [1872-1963]
Title: The Metallurgy and Technology of Gold and Platinum among the Pre-Columbian Indians
Description: København, G.E.C. Gad, 1937. orig. wrappers. 24x15cm, 44,(5) pp. Inscribed by author on cover. Series: Danmarks naturvidenskabelige samfund, Ingeniørvidenskabelige skrifter A. nr. 44.. 4pp photoplates.. Minor wear. Some toning to cover edges. VG. ¶ Contents: Description of material from Atacames and La Tolita.-- Metallurgical examination of the material.--The first gold smelting carried out by the Indians.--Platinum in coherent form.--The economic side of the problem.--Tools.--Wire-drawing.--Welding.--The hardness of the metals.--Civilization and culture.

Keywords: History of Science, Ecuador Archaeology, Goldwork Gold, Metallurgy, Ancient Jewelry, Platinum New World, Antiquities, South America, American Indians, Archeology