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    A number of tinned iron armor plates excavated from the Jizhong site Photo: Courtesy of the Shaoxing Institute of Cultural Relics and ArchaeologyArchaeologists at the Jizhong ruins site in Shaoxing, East China's Zhejiang Province, recently unearthed a large number of tinned iron armor plates and semi-finished pieces dating to the Wu period of the Three Kingdoms (222-280), according to the Shaoxing Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology. These discoveries represent the earliest known tinned iron artifacts in China to date, as well as the earliest tinned iron production remains found anywhere in the world, proving that an organized, systematic craft industry for tin-plated ironwork existed at that time.
While China has a long history of making tinned bronze and tinware, there has long been a lack of reliable historical records or physical evidence to prove early local production of tinned iron artifacts. The newly discovered armor plates can fill this gap, demonstrating that, by no later than the Wu period, local craftspeople in Zhejiang Province had mastered the art of tin-plating iron surfaces. This reflects the region's advanced metallurgical skills at that time, Ge Shuaikun, a researcher at the Shaoxing Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology, told the Global Times on Tuesday.
Over the last three years, archaeologists working at the Jizhong ruins site have excavated hundreds of tinned iron armor plates from ancient wells and ash pits. A preliminary investigation confirmed that the surfaces of these plates contain high levels of tin. Subsequent laboratory analyses were conducted in collaboration with the Shaoxing's institute and the Institute for Cultural Heritage and History of Science & Technology at the University of Science and Technology Beijing with methods such as Scanning Electron Microscopy with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), and Micro-CT to deeply examine the samples' materials, structures, and technological traces.
    Photo: Courtesy of the Shaoxing Institute of Cultural Relics and ArchaeologyAccording to Ge, tin is a non-toxic metal with a low melting point, excellent corrosion resistance, and a silvery sheen. Tin plating effectively prevents rust, making iron armor far more durable and indeed, even after being buried for 1,700 years, many of these tinned plates retain their silvery metallic shine.
Research shows that the craftspeople immersed iron armor plates in molten tin, thus ensuring complete coverage of the surface with a continuous tinned layer. This coating isolated the iron from exposure to air and moisture, dramatically boosting corrosion resistance. Many of the excavated tinned armor pieces still show a clear, bright silver-white finish.
One major reason for tin-plating the armor was to prevent rust. At the same time, the silvery white shine of tinned iron offered a more striking, beautiful appearance, standing out from the typical dark iron armor of the era. This visual distinction may have marked these pieces as a higher-grade military asset, according to an article from the University of Science and Technology Beijing's official website.
The article said that in earlier eras, from the pre-Qin to Han dynasties, tin was widely used as a surface coating on bronzeware and ceramics. Researchers believe the tin-plating of iron armor discovered at the Jizhong ruins site during the Wu period of Three Kingdoms built upon this local tin-coating tradition, representing an adaptation of those techniques across different materials. The process likely benefited from technological exchange among various specialized workshops at the site, including those making bronze castings, iron weapons, and other metallurgical products.
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二 |     The road to release for Vaa Vaathiyaar has taken yet another unexpected turn. The Madras High Court has now ordered that the film cannot be screened in any capacity until producer KE Gnanavel Raja settles a significant financial obligation linked to an older dispute. This ruling arrives at a crucial moment, as the makers were preparing for a December 12 release and building momentum with new promotional material.The legal action was initiated by petitioner Arjunlal Sundardas, whose claim was presented through the Official Assignee of the High Court. The petition requests repayment of an amount that totals more than twenty-one crore rupees. The court has made it clear that the release of Vaa Vaathiyaar will remain frozen until the full sum is repaid.This latest development follows earlier indications of financial strain around the project, and it adds to the series of delays that have kept the film from reaching audiences. With fan excitement rising after the trailer launch and cast promotions, the stay order has generated fresh waves of uncertainty in the trade.          A promising entertainer caught in a legal storm     Directed by Nalan Kumarasamy, Vaa Vaathiyaar has been positioned as a return to form for the filmmaker, whose first two features Soodhu Kavvum and Kadhalum Kadandhu Pogum earned both critical acclaim and strong audience affection. His third feature promises an energetic blend of action and quirky storytelling, with Karthi leading a star packed ensemble.The cast includes Krithi Shetty, Sathyaraj, Rajkiran, Anandaraj, Shilpa Manjunath, Karunakaran, GM Sundar, Ramesh Thilak, PL Thenappan, Vidhya Borgia, Nivas Adthitan, and Madhur Mittal, among many others. The film also reunites Nalan with composer Santhosh Narayanan, a collaboration that previously produced some of the most distinctive soundtracks in recent Tamil cinema.With a team of this scale, Vaa Vaathiyaar was widely expected to be a key theatrical release for the season. Early reports had hinted at a mid-December date before finally confirming the 12th, and promotional content had begun circulating across platforms. The High Court’s order now places all such plans on hold.          Future of the release remains uncertain     The judiciary has taken a firm stance on ensuring that outstanding financial matters are resolved before the film moves forward. This creates a sense of unpredictability for distributors and theatre owners who were preparing for the release window.For fans, the situation is disappointing, especially given the rising curiosity around Nalan Kumarasamy’s first film in several years and the promise of a lively performance from Karthi. Many are now waiting to see whether the producer can resolve the financial dispute swiftly or whether the release will be pushed further into the new year.Industry insiders believe that the scale of the film and the goodwill surrounding the team may lead to a solution sooner rather than later. However, until the court receives proof of repayment, Vaa Vaathiyaar will remain in limbo.As the case progresses, all eyes will be on the next move from the production house and on whether the film can reclaim its release date after this unexpected pause.     Also Read: Karthi’s Vaa Vaathiyaar Locks Release Date。

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