Much of the interest lies in the determination of "Maya Blue"
This is a graph of actual data that reveals this sample appears to contain all the elements present in Maya Blue including the palygorskite clay. Major components include Magnesium and Silicone.
Original Research Data
Scientific Analysis 2003 - Carbon Date Test
The graph shows the carbon date testing of the codex substrate fiber material.
The results indicate with 95% Probability the date of origin to be between1630 and 1680 AD.
Original Research from 1984
This page shows the original carbon date testing performed in 1984. The results show the progress in testing methods between 1984 and 2003 above
