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Analysis of Micro-Residues on Stone Tools From Zaskelna IX, Crimea: First Results

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: The article presents the results of micro-residues study on the surface of stone tools from the lower, Acheulean layer of the cave site Zaskelna IX in the Crimea. Several recognised varieties of detected micro-residues oforganic and mineral origin are characterised. Likely traces of specific wear inherent on the soft handle areidentified. Pigment residues correlate with these traces. Micro-residues and use-wear indicate the possible wrapping of stone tools in the leather or plant substances with the help of adhesives containing ochre powder for safe and secure gripping in hand.

Source: Arheologia

DOI: 10.15407/arheologia2022.01.005

Authors: Serhii Ryzhov, Vadym Stepanchuk, Oleksandr Nezdolii, Denys Vietrov

Institutions: Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Institute of Archeology

Language: English

Topic: Pleistocene-Era Hominins and Archaeology

Subfield: Anthropology

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4280633095

FWCI: 5.262

Cites: 39

Cited by: 4

Related to: 10