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Crystallizations from Burgundy described by a Paris physician
A June 1731 letter from M A to M Le B in Auxerre discusses discovered siderites or native crystals from Burgundy. The physician details their ironlike shine, great weight, powdering ability, and experiments with fire and saliva. He cites Pliny and Salmasius, notes common locations near Auxerre and quarries, and requests precise collection data.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A
Paris
le B
Caron
Auxerre
Burgundy
Geneva
M. le Clerc
Pliny
Siderites
Poff Bunc
Ferrei
Macedonia
Marthodeus
Salmasius
Solinus
Indies
France
M. Scheutzer
Royal Society
London
Switferland
Afton
Aldrovandus
Germany
Normandie
Iam
Yonné