Faience Egyptian

Component Silica Alumina Lime Magnesia Alkali oxides Iron oxide Copper oxide 

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Egyptian faience A non-ceramic material made from a mixture of quartz, lime, soda, alumina, and feldspar, which is fired and covered with a layer of usually blue, alkaline glaze. 

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