"The study corrects a number of past misidentifications and relates the discovery of previously unidentified corrosion products. It will serve as the reference book on these materials for a long time to come."
Paul Jett, Head of the Department of Conservation and Scientific Research, Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian Institution

"A mine of information and a necessary addition to all museum libraries."
Studies in Conservation

"Should be read by every metals conservator as an aide memoir, and by every curator or collector as a guide to what is possible."
Minerva

"Handsomely edited and produced with superb illustrations."
Antique Metalware Society Journal

"Clearly written and well illustrated and designed."
Antiquity