Figure 421

Backscattered electron micrograph of a polished cross section showing the dendritic microstructure of the primary cast. The outlines of dendrites appear dark gray; the interdendritic space is filled with phase alfa + delta (eutectoïd composition) and various inclusions (light gray) as well as nodules of lead (white oval shapes). Large bronze fragment from the hoard of Evreux, France, 1st century CE, L. 14 cm (Musée d’Evreux, France, inv. 4864). See ; .