IDENTIFICATION OF THE GEOLOGIC ORIGINS OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL ARTIFACTS: AN AUTOMATED METHOD OF Na and Mn NEUTRON ACTIVATION ANALYSIS

Gordus, Adon A.; Fink, W. C.; Hill, Matthew E.; Purdy, J. C.; Wilcox, T.

doi:10.1111/j.1475-4754.1967.tb00618.x

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“…Gordus also supported initial characterization of chert and flint sources, helping to establish that sedimentary rocks were not as simple to analyse as obsidian, owing to the greater range of natural variation within a source (Gordus et al 1967, 95; see also Meyers 1970). Much of the detailed work on chert, however, was undertaken by Barbara Leudtke, beginning with her dissertation research (1976) and culminating in her Archaeologist's guide to chert and flint (1992), for which she was awarded the 1999 SAA ‘Excellence in Lithic Studies’ award.…”

Section: Archaeometric Research In the Early Years: Lithics Coins Anmentioning

confidence: 82%

“…The team made little headway sourcing the ceramics, and cited the lack of local clay sources for comparison. In contrast, the obsidian data patterned beautifully, leading to publication of results in Science and other major journals (Gordus et al 1967, 1968; Griffin and Gordus 1967; Griffin et al 1969). Based on these early successes, an expanded archaeometry programme at Michigan was funded by four NSF continuation grants entitled ‘Neutron Activation Analysis of Archaeological Artifacts’ totalling $264 400.…”

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confidence: 99%

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‘M Glow Blue’: Archaeometric Research at Michigan's Ford Nuclear Reactor

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The Ford Nuclear Reactor operated from 1957 to 2003 on the University of Michigan's North Campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Over its 45-year lifespan, the facility played a key role in archaeometric research, fostering early methodological studies using INAA and supporting archaeological materials science investigations of lithics, ceramics, metals and bone. One small part of the FNR's abundant legacy was the initiation of trace-element studies of Oaxacan ceramics, which are now beginning to shed light on early exchange interactions and the origin of the Monte Albán state in the Valley of Oaxaca, Mexico, between 500 BCE and 200 CE .

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‘M Glow Blue’: Archaeometric Research at Michigan's Ford Nuclear Reactor

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Activation Analysis Identification of the Geologic Origins of Prehistoric Obsidian Artifacts.

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1968

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“…Fortunately, a parallel interest in obsidian studies started to develop between 1965 and 1975 as research into the chemical characterization of obsidian artifacts began in earnest (Gordus et al 1967;Green et al 1967;Renfrew et al 1966;Weaver and Stross 1965). Fueled by the debate over the correct hydrationrate equation (discussed in detail below), scholars interested in hydration dating started to collaborate with physical scientists, leading to a more systematic investigation of the role of chemical composition on the hydration process.…”

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Obsidian-Hydration Dating: Its Past, Present, and Future Application in Mesoamerica

Freter

1993

Ancient Mesoam

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The reconstruction of time is a central concern all archaeologists must address in their research; few, however, are fully aware of the potential of all the dating methods at their disposal. For this reason, this paper summarizes the developmental history and current level of field application of obsidian-hydration dating. It (1) reviews how this dating technique was first discovered and applied, (2) details our current knowledge of the process of hydration and which variables affect its rate, (3) discusses the relative advantages and limitations of the three primary approaches employed to construct hydration chronologies, and (4) presents a protocol for its future application in Mesoamerica. The synthesis of this body of hydration-dating research may help archaeologists more constructively decide how and when to apply this unique and versatile dating technique to their specific research questions by providing the information and guidelines necessary for recovering pertinent field data.

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IDENTIFICATION OF THE GEOLOGIC ORIGINS OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL ARTIFACTS: AN AUTOMATED METHOD OF Na and Mn NEUTRON ACTIVATION ANALYSIS

Cited by 29 publications

References 12 publications

‘M Glow Blue’: Archaeometric Research at Michigan's Ford Nuclear Reactor

‘M Glow Blue’: Archaeometric Research at Michigan's Ford Nuclear Reactor

Activation Analysis Identification of the Geologic Origins of Prehistoric Obsidian Artifacts.

Obsidian-Hydration Dating: Its Past, Present, and Future Application in Mesoamerica

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