Orichalcum, the legendary metal often associated with the lost continent of Atlantis, has long captured the imagination of historians and treasure hunters alike. According to Plato, the fire-coloured metal was highly valued and played a significant role in the architecture and culture of Atlantis. Recent discoveries off the coast of Sicily have reignited interest in this mysterious metal.
In late 2014, a diver discovered 40 ingots of a mysterious metal in a 2,600-year-old shipwreck off the coast of Sicily. Further exploration in 2016 led to the discovery of 47 additional ingots in the same area. Analysis revealed that the alloy, mainly composed of copper and zinc, closely resembled the description of orichalcum provided by Plato.
