An analysis of coca leaves
Resource type
Book chapter
Creator (person)
Cartwright, Caroline
Date published
2021
Abstract
Six Paracas/Nasca textiles with embroideries were scientifically examined not only to identify the fibres, but also to see if any of the textile bags contained traces of coca leaves. Scanning electron microscopy confirmed that one of these bags still contained tiny traces of coca leaves.
Book title
Peru. A journey in time
Editor
Pardo, Cecilia
Cooper, Jago
Pagination
174-175
Publisher
British Museum Press
Place of publication
London
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