A Textbook Of Fire Assaying

By Edward Everett Bugbee

""A Textbook of Fire Assaying"" is a comprehensive guide to the process of fire assaying, a method used to determine the purity of precious metals such as gold and silver. Written by Edward Everett Bugbee, an expert in the field, this book covers the history of fire assaying, the equipment and materials needed, and the step-by-step procedures for conducting the assay. It also includes information on the chemical reactions involved, common sources of error, and how to interpret the results. With clear explanations and detailed illustrations, this textbook is an essential resource for anyone involved in the mining or refining of precious metals.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163848875
• ISBN13: 9781163848876
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"