The mysteries of Stonehedge continues

 

The mysterious Stonehedge got even more mysterious. One of the wonders of the world has given many to think about just how this masterpiece was put together. Many theories have been speculated throughout the years, but no concrete evidence has ever been fully confirmed. 

Now, to add further bewilderment to this mystery, new scientific research conducted by scientists from Aberystwyth University and geologists at Curtin University (who conducted the more precise research) using Mineralogical tests on the massive six-ton stone in the center of the masterpiece which is known as the Altar Stone. 

Mineralogical Test is a method used to analyze and identify the mineral composition of a rock, ore, or other geological samples. These tests help determine the types of minerals present, their quantities, and sometimes their crystalline structures. Mineralogical testing is commonly used in geology, mining, material science, and environmental studies. It includes using special microscopes to check for physical characteristics such as the color and crystal shape. Other methods used in this testing are: X-Ray Diffraction, Chemical Analysis, Hardness Test, Density Test, Optical Microscopy and Electron Microprobe Analysis. So needless to say, a lot goes into this type of testing. But what was discovered after all this testing is what truly widens the eyes. 

This is the discovery that was made with the center stone. It was brought from Northern Scotland, possibly the Orkney Isles and traversed over 700 miles to get to where it is today, Wiltshire, UK. An astonishing feat to say the least. 6 Tons is equivalent to 13,227 pounds! How in the world were they able to bring that stone over to where it is today?! 

They would have had to traverse across mountains, hills, valley's and at least 30 rivers. This journey or task if you will, must have taken years to complete. It's more likely that it was brought over by sea, but still how were they able to bring such a heavy stone onto a ship without sinking. 

More questions than answers, but at least we know that not only was it a masterpiece of huge proportions, but attaining these stones were another huge undertaking for the people of this time.

So, the next time you see the Stonehedge on the internet or you take a visit to Wiltshire, UK to see this beautiful work of art, take a moment to reflect on the hard work that it took to get it standing to where it is today.