SHIPWRECKS:

SCIENTIFIC TREATMENT METHODS
TREATMENT OF EXCAVATED ARTEFACTS:

Once shipwreck's artefacts are brought up to air again, it's absolutely vital that they are properly treated, preserved and stored to ensure that they do not disintegrate.

• Once the excavated objects are brought to the surface, they must be immediately submerged in a fresh water bath or in a special solution to prevent further deterioration.

• Ceramics need to have a fresh water bath, but if there is any coral growth on them, then they will need a special care in removing the coral without damaging the porcelain. Silver that has a black coating is treated with electrolysis, and gold just needs a rinse with fresh water to look as good as new.

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