👉 Chrysology is a term in the field of archaeology that refers to the study of the coloration patterns of ancient objects, such as pottery, stone tools, and metal artifacts. The term was coined by the French scientist Pierre Chaucer in his work "Les Phytodesignes" (1839), which he published in 1840. The use of this term suggests that it has a deep historical and cultural significance, as archaeologists have used chrys