5 7/8 X 8 7/8 in Chapter 1. Introduction and overview (K. Janssens, R. Van Grieken).

Chapter 2. Ultraviolet, infrared and X-ray imaging
(F. Mairinger).

Chapter 3. Electron microscopy a nd its role in cultural heritage studies (A. Adriaens, M.G. Dowsett).
Chapter 4. X-ray based methods of analysis (K. Janssens) .

Chapter 5. Ion beam microanalysis (T. Calligaro et al.).

Chapter 6. X-Ray photoelectron and Auger electron spectroscopy (A. Hubin, H. Terryn).

Chapter 7. Laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (T.E. Jef fries).

Chapter 8. Infrared, Raman microscopy and Fibr e-Optic Raman Spectroscopy (FORS) (G.M. Howell et al.).

Chapter 9. Secondary ion mass spectrometry. Application to ar chaeology and art objects (E. Darque-Ceretti1, M. Aucouturier).

Chapter 10. The non-destructive investigation of copper alloy patinas (D.A. Scott).

Chapter 11. Precious metals art ifacts (G. Demortier).

Chapter 12. Diagnostic methodol