Chalybeate

Chalybeate is a mineral water which contains iron. The name comes from the latin word for steel. During the 17th and 18th century, people believed Chalybeate had health benefits. It does not. Chalybeate contains pitiful amounts of iron, and is not used as a source of iron.

Chalybeate Media

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  Mineral stains, Rosedale Cliffs – marks caused by chalybeate waters

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  The Chalybeate Spring at Tunbridge Wells

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  This rather ornate spring well is in the village of Quarndon. A plaque inside the well bears the following inscription: "17th century chalybeate spring well. Once famous spa noted for medicinal waters containing iron. Visited by Daniel Defoe in 1727."