In-situ investigation of mortar fragments from the theatre of the archaeological area of Tindari (Sicily, Italy) through DRIFT and μ-Raman techniques

Giuseppe Paladini, Francesco Caridi, Domenico Majolino, Gabriele Lando, Paola Cardiano, Valentina Venuti

Abstract

We report here a multi-technique study by Diffuse reflectance infrared Fourier transform spectroscopy (DRIFTS) and μ-Raman spectroscopy aimed at the molecular characterization of three mortar fragments from the theatre of the archaeological area of Tindari (Sicily, Italy). The assessment of the main mineralogical phases allowed us to recognize ancient raw materials and modern compounds, obtaining useful information, other than relative to the manufacturing process, in view of future restorations to be planned.

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DOI

10.21014/tc26-2025.024

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TC26 - Metrology for Cultural Heritage

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