Iron Gall Ink
In the medieval recipes there are only two methods of preparing ink; mixing gum with carbon or treating salts of iron with tannic acid. Iron Gall Ink was probably invented in the first centuries of our era. However the earliest existing document written with iron ink is an Egyptian parchment of the seventh century. From then the use of iron inks spread to Europe. Iron Gall Ink is quite thin, slightly gritty but flows well and produces exquisitely fine hairlines It appears grey at first but darkens to a velvety blue black on exposure to light and air. Blot’s Iron Gall Ink is carefully prepared with reference to Palatino’s recipe of AD1540 and is a rare opportunity to experience this medieval ink. "I received the iron gall ink in the post today and I want to thank you for making such a gorgeous ink. What a delight it is to write with this ink!" Dr H K, Edinburgh"I am delighted, the ink is wonderful...without doubt the best copperplate ink that I have tried, and gives a delightful touch of authentic light and shade to copperplate script..please continue to produce this amazing product, I shall be ordering some more in the very near future I am sure! Thankyou ." A.S. Italy
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