Han Purple: A 2,800-year-old artificial pigment that quantum physicists are trying to understand

Han purple is an artificial pigment created by the Chinese over 2,500 years ago, which was used in wall paintings and to decorate the famous terracotta warriors, as well as ceramics, metal ware, and j

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A very interesting article on Han purple color, which was used in wall paintings and to decorate the famous terracotta warriors. Scientists have only recently discovered how exotic its magnetic behavior is. It makes you wonder what other materials are out there that we haven’t yet even begun to explore.