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"Rutile (Red schorl) TiO2. Parallel sample for the discovery of titanium. Lubietová (rhonitz), near Banská Bystrica, Slovakia." Titanium was actually first studied by Gregor in Cornwall who thought he had discovered a new element, but Klaproth supplied the expertise to confirm the discovery. In Eastern European circles, Klaproth is considered the main discoverer.