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Isotopes in Vitreous Materials    Pages 1-2 Th. Rehren

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How old are Australia's pictographs? A review of rock art dating   Review Article Pages 3-10 Bruno David, Jean-Michel Geneste, Fiona Petchey, Jean-Jacques Delannoy, Bryce Barker, Mark Eccleston

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Why all vole molars (Arvicolinae, Rodentia) are informative to be considered as proxy for Quaternary paleoenvironmental reconstructions   Original Research Article Pages 11-23 Élise Escudé, Élodie Renvoisé, Vincent Lhomme, Sophie Montuire Highlights ► Lower and upper molars are useful for paleontological analyses of Arvicolinae. ► We apply new morphometric methods (outline analysis). ► Increasing abundance and diversity in fossil records. ► More accurate paleoenvironment reconstructions.

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Biofilm growth in human skeletal material from ancient Mesopotamia   Original Research Article Pages 24-29 Mindy C. Pitre, Pamela Mayne Correia, Peter J. Mankowski, Jonathan Klassen, Melissa J. Day, Nancy C. Lovell, Randy Currah Highlights ► We model biofilm growth in the Tell Leilan human skeletal material. ► The biofilm is characterised by microbial cells and calcite crystals embedded within extracellular polymeric substances. ► We need to expand our methodological approach in order to visualise biofilm growth in archaeological human bone.

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‘Old wood’ effect in radiocarbon dating of prehistoric cremated bones?   Original Research Article Pages 30-34 Jesper Olsen, Jan Heinemeier, Karen Margrethe Hornstrup, Pia Bennike, Henrik Thrane Highlights ► Radiocarbon dating of a cremated human bone is compared with the precise dendrochronological age of an associated oak coffin. ► The cremated bone shows an age discrepancy of 73 ± 2614C years older than the dendrochronological age. ► The age discrepancy is best accounted for by the so called ‘old wood’ effect from the wood used in the cremation pyre.

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Stone-boiling maize with limestone: experimental results and implications for nutrition among SE Utah preceramic groups   Original Research Article Pages 35-44 Emily C. Ellwood, M. Paul Scott, William D. Lipe, R.G. Matson, John G. Jones Highlights ► Fire-cracked limestone is abundant at sites of maize-dependent but preceramic groups at Cedar Mesa, Utah. ► Experiments show that local limestone calcines at temperatures achievable in open juniper-fueled fires. ► Experimentally stone-boiling maize with limestone increases availability of essential amino acids. ► Limestone frequency declines greatly in later sites having pottery vessels and beans as a supplemental protein.

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Late Archaic wells on the Gila River Indian Community, Arizona   Original Research Article Pages 45-57 David K. Wright, Michael R. Waters, Chris Loendorf, M. Kyle Woodson, Wesley D. Miles, J. Andrew Darling Highlights ► Late Archaic-aged (1000 B.C.) wells were found in buried alluvium of McClellan Wash, Arizona. ► Detailed stratigraphic descriptions are made of the geomorphology and site taphonomy along the middle Gila River. ► The wells date to a period of high ENSO variability and aridity. ► The evidence for water extraction features reflects riparian resource tethering and has ethnographic analogues.

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Macro- and micro-archaeobotanical study of a vessel content from a Late Neolithic structured deposition from southeastern Hungary   Original Research Article Pages 58-71 Ákos Pető, Ferenc Gyulai, Dániel Pópity, Árpád Kenéz Highlights ► An assemblage of Late Neolithic artefacts at the central post of a long house was identified as a structured deposition. ► Phytolith morphometrics, cell wall pattern analyses and starch evidence suggest the predominance ofTriticumsp. ► Observations of the inner foo structure and amino acid data support the presence of fermentation processes.

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Evidence for a Neolithic Age fire-irrigation paddy cultivation system in the lower Yangtze River Delta, China   Original Research Article Pages 72-78 Linchao Hu, Zhihong Chao, Min Gu, Fuchun Li, Lina Chen, Bending Liu, Xia Li, Zhaoqin Huang, Yuanyuan Li, Baoshan Xing, Jingyu Dai Highlights ► Long-term use of fires was found in ancient paddy production in the Neolithic Age. ► Ancient people removed weeds by fire in the Neolithic Age. ► Fire-using left more black carbon in the soil of ancient paddy fields.

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Settlement and environmental history of a multilayered settlement mound in Niederröblingen (central Germany) – a multi-proxy approach   Original Research Article Pages 79-98 C.C.M. Lubos, S. Dreibrodt, V. Robin, O. Nelle, S. Khamnueva, I. Richling, U. Bultmann, H.-R. Bork Highlights ► A multilayered prehistoric settlement mount in central Germany was investigated. ► A multi-proxy approach enables a reconstruction of the site and its environment. ► A conversion from a natural to a cultural landscape is documented. ► Due to resulting wood shortfall a substitution by wattle and daub occurred.

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Selective reburial: a potential approach for the in situ preservation of waterlogged archaeological wood in wetland excavations   Original Research Article Pages 99-108 George Amendas, Glenn McConnachie, Anastasia Pournou Highlights ► Dispilio site favours both bacterial and fungal activity. ► The site cannot ensure permanent saturation of buried archaeological material. ► FTIR and microscopy shown to be capable of demonstrating wood incipient decay. ► “Selective reburial” could be effective in sites with preservation potential. ► “Selective reburial” is not recommended for the Dispilio site.

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Identifying wine markers in ceramics and plasters using gas chromatography–mass spectrometry. Experimental and archaeological materials   Original Research Article Pages 109-115 Alessandra Pecci, Gianluca Giorgi, Laura Salvini, Miguel Ángel Cau Ontiveros Highlights ► In the paper we studied wine residues in different kinds of materials. ► A method of analysis by gas chromatography–mass spectrometry is proposed. ► Wine is identified in experimental, traditional and archaeological materials. ► Examples of the analysis of both ceramic and plaster materials are shown. ► The alteration of wine residues with different degradation processes is discussed.

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Perceptual images of Conimbriga using High Dynamic Range   Original Research Article Pages 116-128 Alexandrino Gonçalves, João Paulo Moura, Luís Magalhães, Alan Chalmers Highlights ► Authentic flame light simulation of an ancient Roman lucerna. ► A perceptual visual user study with HDR images of Roman mosaics and frescoes. ► This low intensity Roman light affects the subjects' perception of ancient artefacts. ► This particular kind of illumination influences the scenario viewing pattern. ► The use of HDR technology for archaeological interpretation.

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Dietary shifting in the Nasca Region as inferred from the carbon- and nitrogen-isotope compositions of archaeological hair and bone   Original Research Article Pages 129-139 Emily Webb, Christine White, Fred Longstaffe Highlights ► Palaeodiet is investigated at Cahuachi and Huaca del Loro, Nasca Region, Peru. ► Diet and dietary shifting are reconstructed using isotopic analyses of bone and hair. ► Residential mobility is inferred based on spatial isotopic variation in food sources. ► Sequential analysis of hair reveals both seasonal diets and broader resource access.

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An estimator for bidirectional (naviform) blade productivity in the Near Eastern Pre-Pottery Neolithic B   Original Research Article Pages 140-147 Omry Barzilai, A. Nigel Goring-Morris Highlights ► Bidirectional knapping technology is a hallmark of PPNB chipped stone assemblages. ► We present a means for calculating targeted blade productivity of bidirectional blade cores. ► It is based on theoretical concerns, experimental knapping and refitting studies. ► The scheme is illustrated using an archaeological assemblage from Kfar HaHoresh. ► Variable blade productivity is discussed concerning incipient craft specialization.

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Preliminary U-series and Thermoluminescence dating of excavated deposits in Liang Bua sub-chamber, Flores, Indonesia   Original Research Article Pages 148-155 Emma J. St Pierre, Kira E. Westaway, Jian-xin Zhao, Michael K. Gagan, Carol Lentfer, Rokus Awe Due, Michael J. Morwood, Wahyoe S. Hantoro, Tony Djubiantono, Bambang W. Suwargadi Highlights ► Archaeological material in Liang Bua sub-chamber was transported via sinkholes. ► Red TL dating show Pleistocene aged sediments are from main chamber. ► U/Th dating of straw stalactites shows sediments were reworked during the Holocene. ► Combined chronological approach helps understand complex cave site formation.

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Roman double-layered crucibles from Autun/Fran a petrological and geochemical approach   Original Research Article Pages 156-165 Daniela König, Vincent Serneels Highlights ► Double-layered Roman crucibles containing an additional protecting layer. ► Crucibles used multiply for brass and bronze production. ► Primary as well as secondary mullite present in the matrix. ► Calculated firing temperatures are in the range of 1200–1400 °C.

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Applications of integrated geophysical method in archaeological surveys of the ancient Shu ruins   Original Research Article Pages 166-175 Wenfeng Zheng, Xiaolu Li, Nina Lam, Xuben Wang, Shan Liu, Xinyu Yu, Zhangli Sun, Jinmei Yao Highlights ► Four nondestructive methods of geophysical detection were applied to surveying ancient relics at Jinsha site. ► The validity of a variety of archaeological methods and techniques were analyzed at Jinsha site. ► Multi-frequency electromagnetic and induced polarization methods have strong detection capabilities on metal in small fields. ► GPR Has positive effect in distribution of cultural relics at Jinsha site. ► A new technology system of non-destructive detection of heritage is established items using different detection approaches.

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Integrating radar and laser-based remote sensing techniques for monitoring structural deformation of archaeological monuments   Original Research Article Pages 176-189 Deodato Tapete, Nicola Casagli, Guido Luzi, Riccardo Fanti, Giovanni Gigli, Davide Leva Highlights ► Monuments in Rome were monitored with terrestrial radar and laser scanner. ► Interferograms integrated with point cloud confirmed stability of Domus Tiberiana. ► Real time monitoring of ongoing deformation allowed effective early warning. ► Human-induced effects on structures were clearly detected and monitored. ► This methodology can support archaeological heritage conservation.

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The formation process of a paleoindian open-air site in Central Brazil: integrating lithic analysis, radiocarbon and luminescence dating   Original Research Article Pages 190-203 Lucas Bueno, James Feathers, Paulo De Blasis Highlights ► Formation processes studied at a stratified open-air site in Central Brazil. ► Lithic analysis suggests two occupations with post-depositional disturbance. ► Single grain luminescence dating also shows post-depositional disturbance. ► Luminescence analysis lends reliability to dates provided by radiocarbon.

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Increasing inequality in Chalcolithic Southeast Europe: the case of Durankulak   Original Research Article Pages 204-210 Arne Windler, Rainer Thiele, Johannes Müller Highlights ► We measured inequality at the prehistoric cemetery of Durankulak. ► Increasing equality is related to the wealth of the cemetery. ► During the first phases inequality decreases. ► In the last phase inequality is increasing. ► The abandonment of the settlement can be connected with growing inequality.

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Ancient DNA analysis on Clonorchis sinensis eggs remained in samples from medieval Korean mummy   Original Research Article Pages 211-216 Dong Hoon Shin, Chang Seok Oh, Hye Jung Lee, Jong Yil Chai, Sang Jun Lee, Dae-Woo Hong, Soong Deok Lee, Min Seo Highlights ► We tried to identify the genusClonorchiseggs in samples obtained from a 17th-century human remain. ► We foundClonorchis sinensiseggs by microscopic observation, and a PCR-based aDNA analysis was performed. ► The results were 100% homologous to some contemporaryC. sinensisgene sequences from East Asia. ► These results can be broaden in its temporal and geographical research ofC. sinensisinfection.

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GIS-based methodology for Palaeolithic site location preferences analysis. A case study from Late Palaeolithic Cantabria (Northern Iberian Peninsula)   Original Research Article Pages 217-226 Alejandro Garcia Highlights ► An innovative methodology for site location analysis is proposed. ► The location of Western Cantabria Late Palaeolithic sites is analysed. ► A change in site location preferences can be observed during Late Palaeolithic.

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Strontium isotope analysis and human mobility during the Neolithic and Copper Age: a case study from the Great Hungarian Plain   Original Research Article Pages 227-239 Julia I. Giblin, Kelly J. Knudson, Zsolt Bereczki, György Pálfi, Ildikó Pap Highlights ► The transition to the Copper Age in eastern Hungary has been associated with an agropastoral economy. ► The hypothesis that mobility increased from the Neolithic to the Copper Age was tested using radiogenic strontium isotopes. ► Results from human dental enamel show that87Sr/86Sr values are more variable during the Copper Age. ► However, other lines of evidence do not indicate that subsistence strategies changed at this time. ► This implies that an agropastoral economy does not explain cultural changes during the Copper Age.

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Establishing discovery probabilities of lithic artefacts in Palaeolithic and Mesolithic sites with core sampling   Original Research Article Pages 240-247 Philip Verhagen, Eelco Rensink, Machteld Bats, Philippe Crombé Highlights ► A study into the effectivity of core sampling for discovering Stone Age sites. ► 12 Excavations were analyzed for find densities and their spatial distribution. ► Find density estimation is complicated by using different sieving mesh sizes. ► Clustering of finds has a marked, negative effect on discovery probability. ► Currently used survey strategies are not sufficient to discover low-density sites.

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An empirical test of the relative frequency of bipolar reduction in Beds VI, V, and III at Mumba Rockshelter, Tanzania: implications for the East African Middle to Late Stone Age transition   Original Research Article Pages 248-256 Metin I. Eren, Fernando Diez-Martin, Manuel Dominguez-Rodrigo Highlights ► Mumba Bed V has been branded as both Middle Stone Age (MSA) and Late Stone Age (LSA). ► Experimental bipolar reduction produces more shatter than does freehand knapping. ► We track the relative amount of lithic shatter in Mumba's Beds III, V, and VI. ► In terms of bipolar knapping Bed V is similar to the Bed III LSA, not Bed VI MSA. ► Results consistent with other evidence that Bed V was earliest East African LSA.

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The urban ecology of Iron Age Tel Megiddo: using microvertebrate remains as ancient bio-indicators   Original Research Article Pages 257-267 L. Weissbrod, G. Bar-Oz, T. Cucchi, I. Finkelstein Highlights ► The study focuses on microvertebrate remains from Iron Age Tel Megiddo, Israel. ► This is one of the earliest assemblages from an ancient urban site. ► We revealin situaccumulated remains from a period of intense occupation. ► Data show especially low species diversity indicating a densely populated environment. ► This finding invokes the metaphor of a ‘biological desert’ for an early urban site.

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Imaging skeletal remains with ground-penetrating radar: comparative results over two graves from Viking Age and Medieval churchyards on the Stóra-Seyla farm, northern Iceland   Original Research Article Pages 268-278 Brian N. Damiata, John M. Steinberg, Douglas J. Bolender, Guðný Zoëga Highlights ► Detected previously unknown Viking Age churchyard using GPR. ► The first time geophysics has been used to detect such a feature in Iceland. ► Orientation of skeletal remains determined by width of hyperbolas. ► Skeletal remains including chest cavity and long bones were detected. ► Air-filled void in chest cavity produced normal polarity banding.

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Allochthonous red pigments used in burial practices at the Copper Age site of Valencina de la Concepción (Sevilla, Spain): characterisation and social dimension   Original Research Article Pages 279-290 Miguel Ángel Rogerio-Candelera, Liz Karen Herrera, Ana Zélia Miller, Leonardo García Sanjuán, Coronada Mora Molina, David W. Wheatley, Ángel Justo, Cesareo Saiz-Jimenez Highlights ► Red pigments used in burial practices at the Copper Age site of Valencina (Spain) were studied. ► The pigments appeared spread over the inhumation and grave goods. ► The analytical techniques revealed cinnabar mixed with tiny amounts of iron oxides. ► The conjunction of cinnabar and grave goods suggest that red is a marker for social differentiation.

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Moving metals or indigenous mining? Provenancing Scandinavian Bronze Age artefacts by lead isotopes and trace elements   Original Research Article Pages 291-304 Johan Ling, Eva Hjärthner-Holdar, Lena Grandin, Kjell Billström, Per-Olof Persson Highlights ► A contribution to the ongoing debate on local Cu-mining in Bronze Age Scandinavia. ► The copper import paradigm still stands for the indigenous Swedish bronze casting. ► Trace element and lead isotope analyses have, so far, concluded an import of copper. ► Observed variations in metal supply are related to Bronze Age chronology. ► Scandinavia as a part of the maritime exchange systems during the Bronze Age.

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The influence of temperature on rehydroxylation [RHX] kinetics in archaeological pottery   Original Research Article Pages 305-312 Christopher Hall, Andrea Hamilton, Moira A. Wilson Highlights ► Lifetime temperature variation contributes to uncertainties in RHX age estimation. ► Fourth power mean of the RHX rate constant controls effective lifetime temperature. ► The temperature history is reconstructed from historical temperature records. ► Effects of burial depth can be calculated from a ground temperature model.

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Experimental protocols for the study of battered stone anvils from Olduvai Gorge (Tanzania)   Original Research Article Pages 313-332 Ignacio de la Torre, Alfonso Benito-Calvo, Adrian Arroyo, Andrea Zupancich, Tomos Proffitt Highlights ► We propose a new protocol to study pounding artefacts from Olduvai Gorge. ► Our experiments combine techno-typological, use-wear and GIS analysis of stone anvils. ► The ultimate aim is to associate patterns of use-wear with different pounding tasks.

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Age determination of Petra's engineered landscape – optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) and radiocarbon ages of runoff terrace systems in the Eastern Highlands of Jordan   Original Research Article Pages 333-348 Brian Beckers, Brigitta Schütt, Sumiko Tsukamoto, Manfred Frechen Highlights ► The age of ancient agricultural terraces in Petra/Jordan were determined. ► OSL and radiocarbon dating were successfully applied. ► Terraces agriculture started around the beginning of the Common Era. ► The terraces were used at least until 800 AD.

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Multi-temporal archaeological analyses of alluvial landscapes using the photogrammetric restitution of historical flights: a case study of Medellin (Badajoz, Spain)   Original Research Article Pages 349-364 Juan Antonio Pérez Álvarez, Victorino Mayoral Herrera, José Ángel Martínez del Pozo, María Teresa de Tena Highlights ► Several Digital terrain models from historical flights were obtained by restitution procedures. ► DTM analysis and photo interpretation revealed important changes in topography and land use of the area. ► We can map the degree of surface alteration in the last half century. ► Quantification of change is useful for assessing reliability of archaeological survey. ► Results are also a valuable tool for heritage management and future territorial planning.

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Potential vegetation markers – analytical pyrolysis of modern plant species representative of Neolithic SE Spain   Original Research Article Pages 365-379 Judith Schellekens, Gonzalo G. Barberá, Peter Buurman Highlights ► 31 plant species have been analysed with pyrolysis–GC/MS in search for biomarkers. ► Roots and aerial parts of wild and domesticated species were analysed separately. ► Plant-specific pyrolysis products were found for virtually all species. ► The presence of marker compounds was tested in soils under several vegetation types.

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Range of bone modifications by human chewing   Original Research Article Pages 380-397 Palmira Saladié, Antonio Rodríguez-Hidalgo, Carlos Díez, Patricia Martín-Rodríguez, Eudald Carbonell Highlights ► We present an experimental sample of human chewing. ► The range of damage observed is as broad as that produced by carnivores. ► Tooth marks morphology help to identify human chewing in archaeological assemblages.

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On the provenience of wood used in the manufacture of snuff trays from San Pedro de Atacama (Northern Chile)   Original Research Article Pages 398-404 Hermann M. Niemeyer Highlights ► Density was used as a provenience marker of wood of snuff trays from San Pedro de Atacama (SPA). ► Most snuff trays studied used wood exogenous to SPA as raw material. ► Different sources of wood were used to make different styles of trays. ► Diachronic differences in the wood used in trays were found. ► Tray manufacturing technique did not depend on wood density.

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A chronometric tool for Hawaiian archaeology: the hydration dating of Pu'u Wa'awa'a trachytic glass   Original Research Article Pages 405-415 Christopher M. Stevenson, Peter Mills Highlights ► Revision of an old dating method introduced in the 1970s. ► Application of infrared technology to the measurement of water in volcanic glass. ► Advances in glass dating may be beneficial to Hawaiian archaeology.

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A new statistical approach for determining the crystallinity of heat-altered bone mineral from FTIR spectra   Original Research Article Pages 416-422 T.J.U. Thompson, M. Islam, M. Bonniere Highlights ► We examine heat-induced changes in experimentally burned bone using FTIR-ATR. ► We statistically examine variation to a wide band of the absorbance spectra. ► We derive a set of statistically defensible indices for assessing burning intensity. ► A 97.2% correct classification rate for predicting burning temperature was obtained.

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Bayesian modelling of an absolute chronology for Egypt's 18th Dynasty by astrophysical and radiocarbon methods   Original Research Article Pages 423-432 A. Quiles, E. Aubourg, B. Berthier, E. Delque-Količ, G. Pierrat-Bonnefois, M.W. Dee, G. Andreu-Lanoë, C. Bronk Ramsey, C. Moreau Highlights ►Termini post and ante quosfor Egypt's 18th Dynasty were deduced using Sothic dating. ► Bayesian calculations for Thutmoses III's lunar dates were incorporated in the model. ►14C dates were performed on objects archaeologically attributed to the 18th Dynasty. ► A Bayesian model incorporating Sothic, Lunar and Radiocarbon dates was developed. ► A temporal density for the accession date of the 18th Dynasty's kings was simulated.

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From dates to demography in later prehistoric Ireland? Experimental approaches to the meta-analysis of large 14C data-sets   Original Research Article Pages 433-438 Ian Armit, Graeme T. Swindles, Katharina Becker Highlights ► We present a series of methods for determining real structure in radiocarbon summed probability functions (SPFs). ► The structure of SPFs needs to be scrutinised before patterns of change can be inferred. ► Archaeological interpretations of SPFs need to take the limitations of such approaches into consideration.

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Bronze production in Southwestern Iberian Peninsula: the Late Bronze Age metallurgical workshop from Entre Águas 5 (Portugal)   Original Research Article Pages 439-451 Pedro Valério, António M. Monge Soares, Rui J.C. Silva, Maria Fátima Araújo, Paulo Rebelo, Nuno Neto, Raquel Santos, Tiago Fontes Graphical abstract Highlights ► Study of a unique metallurgical workshop from the 10th–9th century BC. ► Immature slags with relic mineral inclusions, tin oxides and many metallic nodules. ► Proofs of co-smelting of oxide copper ores with cassiterite and casting of artefacts. ► Relationship between typology and composition/manufacture of finished artefacts. ► Bronze nail exhibits a rare example of gilding technology in LBA Western Europe.

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Residential mobility and social identity in the periphery: strontium isotope analysis of archaeological tooth enamel from southeastern Arabia   Original Research Article Pages 452-464 Lesley A. Gregoricka Highlights ►87Sr/86Sr ratios indicate that third millennium communities were not highly mobile. ►87Sr/86Sr ratios suggest that three immigrants were interred in local tombs. ► Indistinguishable nonlocal/local interments suggest that identity was flexible.

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Ancient-DNA reveals an Asian type of Mycobacterium leprae in medieval Scandinavia   Original Research Article Pages 465-470 Christos Economou, Anna Kjellström, Kerstin Lidén, Ioannis Panagopoulos Highlights ► Leprosy is a disease of great impact on the history of human societies in the old world. ► Studies have shown distinct phylogeographic patterns of the bacterium. ► In this study we DNA-typed human skeletons from medieval Scandinavia for leprosy markers. ► First report of the Middle East/Asia associated ‘SNP subtype’ 2G in Europe.

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Assessing the impact of mid-to-late Holocene ENSO-driven climate change on toxic Macrozamia seed use: a 5000 year record from eastern Australia   Original Research Article Pages 471-480 Brit Asmussen, Paul McInnes Highlights ► Analysed toxicMacrozamiaseed deposition in eastern Australia since 5000 cal BP. ► Intensity of use correlated with ENSO-driven inter-annual climatic variability. ► Provides direct evidence of subsistence response to ENSO-driven climatic variability. ► Offers evidence of complex-multi-dimensional cultural response to climate change. ► Suggests considerable impact on other aspects of the wider cultural systems.

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Dendrochronology reveals the construction history of an early 19th century farm settlement, southwestern Virginia, USA   Original Research Article Pages 481-489 Henri D. Grissino-Mayer, Justin T. Maxwell, Grant L. Harley, Niki A. Garland, David H. Holt, Carl Absher, B. Jacob Beale, Mathew S. Boehm, Kristen A. de Graauw, Anna-Maria Rautio, Alex W. Dye Highlights ► We dated via tree rings four early-19th c. buildings in southwestern Virginia, USA. ► Chronologies from all four structures were dated using a regional composite data set. ► One cabin dates to 1809–1810 while the other cabin dates to 1838–1840. ► The barn dates to 1830–1831 while the smokehouse dates to 1838–1839. ► We refined and corrected the ownership history for all four structures.

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Treponematosis in Pre-Columbian Jamaica: a biocultural approach to the human cranium found in Bull Savannah   Original Research Article Pages 490-496 Ana Luísa Santos, Michael T. Gardner, Philip Allsworth-Jones Highlights ► We study a human cranium with pathological lesions found in Jamaica. ► Methods include macroscopic, radiological, radiocarbon and isotope analysis. ► The diagnosis points to a case of treponematosis, possibly syphilis, in this individual with a Pre-Columbian date.

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Insights into early Middle Palaeolithic tool use and hafting in Western Europe. The functional analysis of level IIa of the early Middle Palaeolithic site of Biache-Saint-Vaast (France)   Original Research Article Pages 497-506 Veerle Rots Highlights ► Early Middle Palaeolithic stone tools are examined for evidence of use and hafting. ► The site proves to be a specialised hunting stand with distinct evidence of hafting. ► Stone weapon tips were identified within the assemblage. ► Hafting was performed for hunting weapons, butchering and woodworking tools. ► Functional data contribute new insights in Neanderthal subsistence and organisation.

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Morphometry of Middle Bronze Age palstaves. Part II – spatial distribution of shapes in two typological groups, implications for production and exportation   Original Research Article Pages 507-516 F. Monna, A. Jebrane, M. Gabillot, R. Laffont, M. Specht, B. Bohard, E. Camizuli, C. Petit, C. Chateau, P. Alibert Highlights ► We treated bronze palstaves by outline-based morphometrics. ► Palstaves can be divided into two groups: those which conform to the standard shape, and those which do not conform properly. ► The distributions of congruent and non-congruent artifacts are spatially dependant. ► On the basis their spatial distribution, the production centers of palstaves are discussed. ► Minor production centers, copying the original model with greater shape variation, are identified.

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Wheat in ancient Korea: a size comparison of carbonized kernels   Original Research Article Pages 517-525 Minkoo Kim Highlights ► The Far East Asian region is known to have had wheat of compact grains in prehistory. ► The sizes of archaeological wheat grains from twelve Korean sites are presented. ► The data suggest that a new wheat variety was introduced to the Korean peninsula.

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Defining an indicator package to allow identification of ‘cesspits’ in the archaeological record   Original Research Article Pages 526-543 David N. Smith Highlights ► A survey of the archaeology and bioarchaeology of 49 archaeological ‘cesspits’ is presented. ► A similar set of biological ecofacts and archaeological artefacts occur within these features. ► The set of remains from ‘cesspits’ is consistent and credibly constitutes an ‘indicator package’. ► The indicator package supports accurate identification of archaeological cess and cesspits.

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Using ancient DNA identification and osteometric measures of archaeological Pacific salmon vertebrae for reconstructing salmon fisheries and site seasonality at Dionisio Point, British Columbia   Original Research Article Pages 544-555 Colin Grier, Kelli Flanigan, Misa Winters, Leah G. Jordan, Susan Lukowski, Brian M. Kemp Highlights ► We present species determinations from ancient DNA analyses of salmon vertebrae. ► We present transverse diameter measurements for the complete vertebral assemblage. ► Ancient DNA results show a diverse salmon fishery incorporating all Pacific salmon. ► Results indicate a mid summer to early winter season of occupation for the site. ► Only limited species discrimination is possible using transverse diameter measures.

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Networks and Neolithisation: sourcing obsidian from Körtik Tepe (SE Anatolia)   Original Research Article Pages 556-569 Tristan Carter, Sarah Grant, Metin Kartal, Aytaç Coşkun, Vecihi Özkaya Highlights ► We show inter-community distinctions in technical/raw material choices, reflecting distinct PPNA socio-economic networks. ► The data indicates diachronic and synchronic distinctions in the use of Bingöl and Nemrut Dağ obsidian. ► The study evidences the first use of Muş region obsidian.

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Stable carbon and oxygen isotopic compositions of wood ash: an experimental study with archaeological implications   Original Research Article Pages 570-578 Ruth Shahack-Gross, Avner Ayalon Highlights ► Stable isotope compositions of carbon and oxygen studied in experimental wood ash. ► Method enables differentiating low and high temperatures of wood ash formation. ► Method enables differentiating wood ash formed from C3 and C4 vegetation types. ► A mixing line of isotopic compositions occurs in ash formed between 500 and 900 °C. ► Isotopic compositions elucidate diagenesis of wood ash in archaeological sites.

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An improved OSL chronology for the Still Bay layers at Blombos Cave, South Africa: further tests of single-grain dating procedures and a re-evaluation of the timing of the Still Bay industry across southern Africa   Original Research Article Pages 579-594 Zenobia Jacobs, Elspeth H. Hayes, Richard G. Roberts, Rex F. Galbraith, Christopher S. Henshilwood Highlights ► We report new single-grain OSL ages for the Still Bay layers at Blombos Cave, South Africa. ► We describe the characteristics of the OSL signals from individual grains of sand-sized quartz. ► We test the sensitivity of equivalent dose estimates to a range of different experimental procedures. ► We show that the single-grain OSL ages are both reproducible and robust at Blombos Cave. ► We calculate revised ages for the start, end and duration of the Still Bay industry in southern Africa.

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The study of pitch via gas chromatography–mass spectrometry and Fourier-transformed infrared spectroscopy: the case of the Roman amphoras from Monte Poro, Calabria (Italy)   Original Research Article Pages 595-600 Francesca Caterina Izzo, Elisabetta Zendri, Angela Bernardi, Eleonora Balliana, Manuela Sgobbi Highlights ► Increasing the available information regarding the characterisation of organic residues present in archaeological pottery. ► Helping archaeologist to have scientific tools for reconstructing diets, habits, technologies and original use of ceramics. ► Understanding the technological aspects and the use of pitch in the south of Italy (Calabria) during Roman times. ► Application of GC–MS for investigating the production of resinous products.

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Ideas no longer written in antler   Original Research Article Pages 601-614 Malvina Baumann, Serge Maury Highlights ► Technological analysis of 102 Solutrean antler pressure tools. ► Experimental evaluation of fracturing techniques of reindeer antler. ► Experimental and archaeological evidencing of a technique never described. ► Discussion of the evolution of antler debitage techniques in the Upper Paleolithic.

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Geoarchaeological evidence for ritual closure of a kiva at Fourmile Ruin, Arizona   Original Research Article Pages 615-625 Scott Van Keuren, Christopher I. Roos Highlights ► Ancestral Pueblo ceremonial structures (or kivas) in the US Southwest were often “closed” through ritual activities. ► Closure activities can leave subtle traces in the archaeological record. ► Overt signs of ritual “closure” were not evident in this fourteenth-century kiva at Fourmile Ruin. ► Geoarchaeological analyses were used to model the complex, orchestrated ritual closure of this kiva. ► These behavioral events aid in the modeling of abandonment processes in nearby areas of the ancient village.

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Inter-site variability in the season of shellfish collection on the central coast of British Columbia   Original Research Article Pages 626-636 Meghan Burchell, Aubrey Cannon, Nadine Hallmann, Henry P. Schwarcz, Bernd R. Schöne Highlights ► Season of shellfish harvest on the central coast of British Columbia, Canada. ► Integrates sclerochonology and high-resolution stable oxygen isotope analysis. ► Examines 90 shells spanning 4500 years from eight different sites. ► Variation in patterns of seasonal harvesting is observed between sites.

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Combined pollen and macrofossil data as a source for reconstructing mosaic patterns of the early medieval urban habitats – a case study from Gdańsk, N. Poland   Original Research Article Pages 637-648 Joanna Święta-Musznicka, Małgorzata Latałowa, Monika Badura, Andrzej Gołembnik Highlights ► We reconstruct the environmental conditions in the early medieval Gdańsk. ► Palaeoecological data reflect mosaic of habitats and vegetation within the urban site. ► Early medieval settlement in Gdańsk had a rural character. ► Over-representation of entomophilous taxa in cultural layers indicates the presence of dung. ► Pollen and macrofossil data explains the taphonomic processes at the archaeological site.

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The Hogeye Clovis cache, Texas: quantifying lithic reduction signatures   Original Research Article Pages 649-658 Thomas A. Jennings Highlights ► New methods for quantifying biface reduction are developed and employed. ► From central Texas, Hogeye is the southern-most Clovis cache. ► The 52 late-stage bifaces, finished points, and knife/cores are analyzed. ► Hogeye Clovis reduction signatures are quantified and described.

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DNA analysis in charred grains of naked wheat from several archaeological sites in Spain   Original Research Article Pages 659-670 E. Fernández, S. Thaw, T.A. Brown, E. Arroyo-Pardo, R. Buxó, M.D. Serret, J.L. Araus Highlights ► DNA was extracted in 126 archaeological seeds ofTriticum aestivum/durum. ► Glutenin subunits x and y were amplified to infer the ploidy level of the seeds. ► Specific amplification of the Glutenin gene was achieved in one charred seed. ► Amplified fragment matchedT. aestivumD genome. ► DNA extraction protocol used is suitable for the analysis of ancient charred seeds.

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Late Mesolithic burials at Casa Corona (Villena, Spain): direct radiocarbon and palaeodietary evidence of the last forager populations in Eastern Iberia   Original Research Article Pages 671-680 Javier Fernández-López de Pablo, Domingo C. Salazar-García, María Eulàlia Subirà-Galdacano, Consuelo Roca de Togores, Magdalena Gómez-Puche, Mike P. Richards, Marco A. Esquembre-Bebiá Highlights ► Casa Corona, a recently discovered site with Late Mesolithic burials in Eastern Spain. ► Direct AMS radiocarbon dating of Late Mesolithic human remains. ► Carbon (δ13C) and nitrogen (δ15N) stable isotope analysis. ► Mesolithic–Neolithic transition in Eastern Spain.

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Selective woodland exploitation for charcoal production. A detailed analysis of charcoal kiln remains (ca. 1300–1900 AD) from Zoersel (northern Belgium)   Original Research Article Pages 681-689 Koen Deforce, Ilse Boeren, Sara Adriaenssens, Jan Bastiaens, Luc De Keersmaeker, Kristof Haneca, Dries Tys, Kris Vandekerkhove Highlights ► (Post)medieval charcoal kiln remains from N-Belgium have been studied. ► Only specific parts of the woodland have been used for charcoal production. ► Charcoal assemblages from kiln sites do not always reflect former local woodland composition.

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A complex Neolithic economy: isotope evidence for the circulation of cattle and sheep in the TRB of western Sweden   Original Research Article Pages 690-704 K.-G. Sjögren, T. Douglas Price Highlights ► Teeth from domestic animals at Neolithic settlement sites in Falbygden, Sweden were analysed for87Sr/86Sr. ► Cattle and sheep were highly mobile but pigs were mostly local. ► The mobility of cattle is much higher than that of humans. ► West Sweden in the Neolithic was a regional economy, where basic components of subsistence were circulated. ► Probably, cattle also had a particular place in the Neolithic symbolic system.

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Sex identification of ancient DNA samples using a microfluidic device   Original Research Article Pages 705-711 Joseph Parton, Naglaa Abu-Mandil Hassan, Terence A. Brown, Stephen J. Haswell, Keri A. Brown, Kirsty J. Shaw Highlights ► Microfluidic device developed for the sex identification of ancient DNA samples. ► Integration of DNA extraction and amplification methodologies. ► Proof-of-principle shown by successful sex identification of powdered bone samples. ► Corroborated by independent Amelogenin, anthropological and Y chromosome analysis. ► First step in development of a miniaturized system for on-site ancient DNA analysis.

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On yellow and red pigmented bones found in Mayan burials of Jaina   Original Research Article Pages 712-722 Erasmo Batta, Carlos Argáez, Josefina Mansilla, Carmen Pijoan, Pedro Bosch Highlights ► Yellow pigmented bones found in Jaina are reported for the first time. ► The multi-technique identified yellow pigment on bone as goethite (iron hydroxide). ► The observed yellow pigment is accompanied by red pigment identified as cinnabar. ► Yellow pigment (iron hydroxide) was originally red (iron oxide). ► Cinnabar and hematite seem to have been used simultaneously to color bones.

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Nature and provenance of the sandstone used for Bayon style sculptures produced during the reign of Jayavarman VII   Original Research Article Pages 723-734 Federico Carò, Janet G. Douglas Highlights ► We analyzed 57 Buddhist as well as Vişņuite and Śivaite sculptures of Bayon style. ► We analyzed samples from natural outcrops and quarries in central Cambodia. ► The great majority of the sculptures are made of a specific sandstone rich in volcanic detritus. ► A localized source of stone was exploited for the production of Bayon style sculptures. ► Similar sandstone is outcropping about 100 km east of Angkor, where traces of quarrying are found.

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The long and winding road: identifying pig domestication through molar size and shape   Original Research Article Pages 735-743 Allowen Evin, Thomas Cucchi, Andrea Cardini, Una Strand Vidarsdottir, Greger Larson, Keith Dobney Highlights ► Geometric morphometrics was used to accurately identify wild or domesticSuc scrofa. ► We compare and contrast the accuracy of 3 descriptors to recognize wild/domestic pigs. ► Molar size is an extremely poor indicator of the domestication status in pigs. ► Molar shape provides the best available technique to identify domestic pigs. ► Geometric morphometrics is a powerful alternative to traditional biometric techniques.

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Preliminary analysis of Palaeolithic black pigments in plaquettes from the Parpalló cave (Gandía, Spain) carried out by means of non-destructive techniques   Original Research Article Pages 744-754 Clodoaldo Roldán, Valentín Villaverde, Isabel Ródenas, Francesca Novelli, Sonia Murcia Highlights ► Black pigments from the Parpalló cave used for a period of 10,000 years were studied. ► Palaeolithic black pigments were analyzed by means of portable EDXRF spectrometry. ► Manganese based black pigments and carbon based black pigments are identified. ► L*a*b* colorimetric coordinates from black pigments and rock supports are reported.

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Radiocarbon chronology and the correlation of hunter–gatherer sociocultural change with abrupt palaeoclimate change: the Middle Mesolithic in the Rhine–Meuse–Scheldt area of northwest Europe   Original Research Article Pages 755-763 Erick Robinson, Mark Van Strydonck, Vanessa Gelorini, Philippe Crombé Highlights ► Revised radiocarbon chronology for the Mesolithic in the Rhine–Meuse–Scheldt area. ► The Middle Mesolithic was bound by two Early Holocene abrupt cooling events. ► Variable chronological resolution for contemporaneity of climate and culture change. ► Problems of evaluating impact of gradual versus punctuated environmental change.

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Five thousand years of atmospheric Ni, Zn, As, and Cd deposition recorded in bogs from NW Iberia: prehistoric and historic anthropogenic contributions   Original Research Article Pages 764-777 Xabier Pontevedra-Pombal, Tim M. Mighall, Juan C. Nóvoa-Muñoz, Eva Peiteado-Varela, José Rodríguez-Racedo, Eduardo García-Rodeja, Antonio Martínez-Cortizas Highlights ► Iberian bogs have recorded the start of some trace metals geochemical cycles forcing. ► A significant excess flux of trace metals in Iberian bogs was detected by 3500 cal BP. ► Between 2350 and 2150 years ago the excess fluxes of some elements were >80%. ► Phases of metal enrichment coincide with forest clearance during prehistoric times. ► The results are in agreement with the development of prehistoric cultures in Europe.

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Is X-ray diffraction able to distinguish between animal and human bones?   Original Research Article Pages 778-785 Giampaolo Piga, Giuliana Solinas, T.J.U. Thompson, Antonio Brunetti, Assumpció Malgosa, Stefano Enzo Highlights ► Our study compare apatite lattice parameters to check differences between species. ► We use powder X-ray diffraction (XRD) technique on 95 burned specimens. ► Lattice parameters data has been carried out according to the Rietveld method. ► The lattice parameter were shown to depend from the chemical composition. ► Our results reject the possibility to distinguish human from animal bones.

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Palaeolithic dogs and the early domestication of the wolf: a reply to the comments of    Pages 786-792 Mietje Germonpré, Mikhail V. Sablin, Viviane Després, Michael Hofreiter, Martina Lázničková-Galetová, Rhiannon E. Stevens, Mathias Stiller Highlights ► Accepting an Aurignacian beginning of the domestication of the wolf is controversial. ►Crockford and Kuzmin (2012)conjecture such an early domestication. ► This is a response to the comments ofCrockford and Kuzmin (2012)on our identification of European Palaeolithic dogs. ► Two large canid types occur in certain European Palaeolithic sites. ► This is explained by the presence of Palaeolithic dogs and Pleistocene wolves.

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