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. In recent years, a significant discovery off the coast of Sicily reignited interest in this mythical metal.
In late 2014, a diver named Francesco Cassarino stumbled upon 40 ingots of a mysterious metal in a 2,600-year-old shipwreck. Further exploration in the area led to the discovery of 47 additional ingots in 2016. These ingots were found to be made of an alloy primarily composed of copper and zinc, resembling the description of orichalcum provided by Plato.
