2019 IMEKO TC-4 International Conference on Metrology for Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Florence, Italy,, 2019
Characterization of archaeological finds is a challenging case study for researchers, as the need... more Characterization of archaeological finds is a challenging case study for researchers, as the need of non-invasive measurements strongly affects the investigation strategies. Moreover, it is almost not possible to follow a fixed protocol, because the measurement conditions should be tailored to the samples under study. This paper presents a preliminary characterization of bronze coins coming from an archaeological site located in the south of Israel. The superficial corrosion layers have been analysed by means of Raman spectroscopy in order to investigate their composition and assess the conservation state of the finds. Reference samples of known composition have also been used to help peaks identification in the Raman spectra. Results coming from this study can help in defining the correct conservation strategies for the artefacts.
The site of Mitḥam C is adjacent to the Beer Sheva city market and was excavated during the years... more The site of Mitḥam C is adjacent to the Beer Sheva city market and was excavated during the years 2004–2006. It is a stratified site that was settled during the Byzantine, Late Roman, Iron Age II and Chalcolithic periods. Ghassulian remains of the Chalcolithic period were uncovered on virgin soil at the western part of the excavated area under the Iron Age II and Late Roman-Byzantine remains. The Ghassulian remains consist of a living surface and refuse pits which were partially truncated and disturbed by walls and pits of the later occupations. The limited Chalcolithic remains include numerous flint artifacts, waste as well as tools, mostly products of a Ghassulian sickle blade industry. The technotypological analyses of the artifacts indicate that these are remains of a specialized workshop. The close proximity of Mitḥam C to the already known Beit Eshel workshop site suggests that this locality was a center where specialized flint knappers were producing high quantities of sickle blades, probably for inhabitants of other sites such as the nearby Tel Abu Matar and Bir es-Safadi.
The research presented in this paper focused on the preliminary non-destructive analysis of coppe... more The research presented in this paper focused on the preliminary non-destructive analysis of copper alloys, corrosion, and soil components from a Roman archaeological site in Israel. pXRF, XRD, and micromorphological analyses were carried out to gain a better understanding of the corrosion processes affecting the copper alloy artefacts, by characterising the alloy composition, soil environments, and corrosion products. Preliminary results indicate that the artefacts consist of copper-lead-tin alloys, covered by copper hydroxy-chlorides and lead sulphate phases with slight variations in their crystallisation. The multi-analytical approach revealed the presence of quartz, calcite, gypsum and feldspars in the sediments, while thin sections more specifically indicate loess soils with local micro-environments.
The research presented in this paper focused on the preliminary non-destructive analysis of coppe... more The research presented in this paper focused on the preliminary non-destructive analysis of copper alloys, corrosion, and soil components from a Roman archaeological site in Israel. pXRF, XRD, and micromorphological analyses were carried out to gain a better understanding of the corrosion processes affecting the copper alloy artefacts, by characterising the alloy composition, soil environments, and corrosion products. Preliminary results indicate that the artefacts consist of copper-lead-tin alloys, covered by copper hydroxy-chlorides and lead sulphate phases with slight variations in their crystallisation. The multi-analytical approach revealed the presence of quartz, calcite, gypsum and feldspars in the sediments, while thin sections more specifically indicate loess soils with local micro-environments.
The Beersheba church is remarkable in many respects. Its exceptional internal full cross-shaped p... more The Beersheba church is remarkable in many respects. Its exceptional internal full cross-shaped plan introduced a new type of church into the repertoire of ecclesiastical architecture of Byzantine Palaestina. The inscriptions contain a unique architectural term and a rare formulaic quotation, cited in the liturgy performed at the consecration of churches. The reference to the partition of the church allows a glimpse into the spatial perception of the church by its visitors. In addition, the dimensions and architectural complexity of the Beersheba church highlight the importance of Beersheba and its prominent place among the settlements of southern Palaestina.
The role of the assumed Nabatean potter's workshop uncovered by Negev in Oboda (Avedat) is recons... more The role of the assumed Nabatean potter's workshop uncovered by Negev in Oboda (Avedat) is reconsidered. This workshop was thought to be a production center of the highly elaborated Nabatean Painted Fine Ware (NPFW), which was discovered in several sites in Jordan including Petra, and the Negev cities. This assumption is reconsidered and a new interpretation is suggested.
Información del artículo Virtual reconstruction of archaeological sites: some archaeological scie... more Información del artículo Virtual reconstruction of archaeological sites: some archaeological scientific considerations. Avdat Roman military camp as a case-study.
2019 IMEKO TC-4 International Conference on Metrology for Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Florence, Italy,, 2019
Characterization of archaeological finds is a challenging case study for researchers, as the need... more Characterization of archaeological finds is a challenging case study for researchers, as the need of non-invasive measurements strongly affects the investigation strategies. Moreover, it is almost not possible to follow a fixed protocol, because the measurement conditions should be tailored to the samples under study. This paper presents a preliminary characterization of bronze coins coming from an archaeological site located in the south of Israel. The superficial corrosion layers have been analysed by means of Raman spectroscopy in order to investigate their composition and assess the conservation state of the finds. Reference samples of known composition have also been used to help peaks identification in the Raman spectra. Results coming from this study can help in defining the correct conservation strategies for the artefacts.
The site of Mitḥam C is adjacent to the Beer Sheva city market and was excavated during the years... more The site of Mitḥam C is adjacent to the Beer Sheva city market and was excavated during the years 2004–2006. It is a stratified site that was settled during the Byzantine, Late Roman, Iron Age II and Chalcolithic periods. Ghassulian remains of the Chalcolithic period were uncovered on virgin soil at the western part of the excavated area under the Iron Age II and Late Roman-Byzantine remains. The Ghassulian remains consist of a living surface and refuse pits which were partially truncated and disturbed by walls and pits of the later occupations. The limited Chalcolithic remains include numerous flint artifacts, waste as well as tools, mostly products of a Ghassulian sickle blade industry. The technotypological analyses of the artifacts indicate that these are remains of a specialized workshop. The close proximity of Mitḥam C to the already known Beit Eshel workshop site suggests that this locality was a center where specialized flint knappers were producing high quantities of sickle blades, probably for inhabitants of other sites such as the nearby Tel Abu Matar and Bir es-Safadi.
The research presented in this paper focused on the preliminary non-destructive analysis of coppe... more The research presented in this paper focused on the preliminary non-destructive analysis of copper alloys, corrosion, and soil components from a Roman archaeological site in Israel. pXRF, XRD, and micromorphological analyses were carried out to gain a better understanding of the corrosion processes affecting the copper alloy artefacts, by characterising the alloy composition, soil environments, and corrosion products. Preliminary results indicate that the artefacts consist of copper-lead-tin alloys, covered by copper hydroxy-chlorides and lead sulphate phases with slight variations in their crystallisation. The multi-analytical approach revealed the presence of quartz, calcite, gypsum and feldspars in the sediments, while thin sections more specifically indicate loess soils with local micro-environments.
The research presented in this paper focused on the preliminary non-destructive analysis of coppe... more The research presented in this paper focused on the preliminary non-destructive analysis of copper alloys, corrosion, and soil components from a Roman archaeological site in Israel. pXRF, XRD, and micromorphological analyses were carried out to gain a better understanding of the corrosion processes affecting the copper alloy artefacts, by characterising the alloy composition, soil environments, and corrosion products. Preliminary results indicate that the artefacts consist of copper-lead-tin alloys, covered by copper hydroxy-chlorides and lead sulphate phases with slight variations in their crystallisation. The multi-analytical approach revealed the presence of quartz, calcite, gypsum and feldspars in the sediments, while thin sections more specifically indicate loess soils with local micro-environments.
The Beersheba church is remarkable in many respects. Its exceptional internal full cross-shaped p... more The Beersheba church is remarkable in many respects. Its exceptional internal full cross-shaped plan introduced a new type of church into the repertoire of ecclesiastical architecture of Byzantine Palaestina. The inscriptions contain a unique architectural term and a rare formulaic quotation, cited in the liturgy performed at the consecration of churches. The reference to the partition of the church allows a glimpse into the spatial perception of the church by its visitors. In addition, the dimensions and architectural complexity of the Beersheba church highlight the importance of Beersheba and its prominent place among the settlements of southern Palaestina.
The role of the assumed Nabatean potter's workshop uncovered by Negev in Oboda (Avedat) is recons... more The role of the assumed Nabatean potter's workshop uncovered by Negev in Oboda (Avedat) is reconsidered. This workshop was thought to be a production center of the highly elaborated Nabatean Painted Fine Ware (NPFW), which was discovered in several sites in Jordan including Petra, and the Negev cities. This assumption is reconsidered and a new interpretation is suggested.
Información del artículo Virtual reconstruction of archaeological sites: some archaeological scie... more Información del artículo Virtual reconstruction of archaeological sites: some archaeological scientific considerations. Avdat Roman military camp as a case-study.
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a stratified site that was settled during the Byzantine, Late Roman, Iron Age II and Chalcolithic periods. Ghassulian
remains of the Chalcolithic period were uncovered on virgin soil at the western part of the excavated area under the Iron
Age II and Late Roman-Byzantine remains. The Ghassulian remains consist of a living surface and refuse pits which
were partially truncated and disturbed by walls and pits of the later occupations. The limited Chalcolithic remains include
numerous flint artifacts, waste as well as tools, mostly products of a Ghassulian sickle blade industry. The technotypological analyses of the artifacts indicate that these are remains of a specialized workshop. The close proximity of
Mitḥam C to the already known Beit Eshel workshop site suggests that this locality was a center where specialized flint
knappers were producing high quantities of sickle blades, probably for inhabitants of other sites such as the nearby Tel
Abu Matar and Bir es-Safadi.
a stratified site that was settled during the Byzantine, Late Roman, Iron Age II and Chalcolithic periods. Ghassulian
remains of the Chalcolithic period were uncovered on virgin soil at the western part of the excavated area under the Iron
Age II and Late Roman-Byzantine remains. The Ghassulian remains consist of a living surface and refuse pits which
were partially truncated and disturbed by walls and pits of the later occupations. The limited Chalcolithic remains include
numerous flint artifacts, waste as well as tools, mostly products of a Ghassulian sickle blade industry. The technotypological analyses of the artifacts indicate that these are remains of a specialized workshop. The close proximity of
Mitḥam C to the already known Beit Eshel workshop site suggests that this locality was a center where specialized flint
knappers were producing high quantities of sickle blades, probably for inhabitants of other sites such as the nearby Tel
Abu Matar and Bir es-Safadi.