A guide to the systematic understanding of the geoarchaeological matrix Reconstructing
Archaeological Sites offers an important text that puts the focus on basic theoretical and …

Combustion features are sedimentary deposits or structures that contain physical remnants
of fire. In archaeological sites, combustion features are typically–but not always …

Ceramic-added air lime mortars have been used since ancient times owing to the
pozzolanic effect provided by crushed ceramic particles that impart hydraulic properties. This …

The Neolithic of the Near East is a period of human development which saw fundamental
changes in the nature of human society. It is traditionally studied for its development of …

The use of lime in building construction began at least 10,000 years ago, with debated
evidence of earlier uses. The focus of academic research to date has been on historical and …

Lime-based materials are found in archaeological contexts across many world regions. The
earliest evidence of lime production was discovered in the Levant dating to about 16,000 cal …

Material studies of ancient plaster can provide invaluable information on pyro-technological
advancements, living practices, stylistic preferences and possibly the cultural organization …

People tend to belong to multiple social circles, which construct and reflect a person's social
identity. Group affiliation is embodied and may be expressed by personal adornment …

Use-wear analysis applied to two carnelian beads from Nahal Hemar Cave, southern Israel,
and dated to the Middle Pre-Pottery Neolithic B period, revealed a manufacturing procedure …

The production of lime plaster is especially important as a technological development in
human prehistory as it requires advanced knowledge and skills to transform rocks to a …