Lead ingots, mid 19th century.
- Made:
- 1831-1870
Lead ingots (Sp.G. 11.35), mid 19th century
Lead is easy to work because of its low melting point of 327degrees C. Molten lead can be cast into shapes, and the combination of ease of melting and low strength made the ancients regard lead as the least noble of metals.The Romans used lead extensively to make lead pipes.
