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Lead in Bone II: Skeletal-Lead Content as an Indicator of Lifetime Lead Ingestion and the Social Correlates in an Archaeological Population

This study analyzed skeletal lead concentrations in 16 individuals from a colonial-era (1670–1730) Virginia plantation cemetery to assess lifetime lead exposure and its social determinants. Using atomic absorption spectroscopy, researchers found that plantation proprietors had significantly higher bone lead levels than laborers, reflecting disparities in exposure likely due to differences

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Lead in Ancient Human Bones and Its Relevance to Historical Developments of Social Problems with Lead

This archaeological toxicology study analyzed lead content in ancient human bones to assess historical exposure levels and social implications. Results showed that Roman-era skeletons exhibited bone lead levels approximately 1000 times higher than those from pre-industrial populations, such as in ancient Peru. The use of barium-to-lead ratios in bone apatite

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