researchers University of Alicante And University of Valencia documented aljezares (asp) bipolar engraving on the anvil, a way to cut stones It is known from very few Neanderthal sites in the Iberian Peninsula. The study published in the journal Stone Technologydeveloped by combining examination of the remains archaeological sites and a complete program of experimental archeology in this area settlement 120,000 years ago.
Someone news work is that Aspense deposit of Los AljezaresDiscovered this year One of the few known examples of Neanderthal open-air camps on the Iberian Peninsula During the Middle Paleolithic period, most of the archaeological excavations in Europe from this period in the last 150 years, caves. Los Aljezares The only open-air settlement in the Community of Valencia at that time in its original locationand two archaeological levels rich in lithic, faunal and archaeobotanical materials are documented and well dated in time.
attribution technical The documented work shows that bipolar etching on the anvil in lithic materials is a series of processes consisting of: place a piece of flint of a predetermined shape between a moving striker and a surface, usually flat and standing on it. Within this dynamic, it is possible to create: Differences depending on the goals that motivated its development: using volumes, using and retouching or thinning the edges of the part. Recognition of this technique in different parts of the world, in different contexts, considered as a new study tool.
Margarita Vadillo and Aleix EixeaThe researcher and professor of the Department of Prehistory, Archeology and Ancient History at the University of Valencia (UV) emphasizes that this work “permits”. Aspects of approach not seen in the archaeological record, such as gestures, postures, and intentions A list of human groups that worked the stone and helped us better characterize Neanderthal societies culturally». In addition, the originality of the work recognition of this carving technique In Neanderthal contexts and in documenting how the quality and morphological characteristics of the raw material relate to the choice of this action.
“Experiments on materials similar to those found inside the bed are permitted” Verify that the most used method is to hit a previously shaped flint with a stone hammer which is supported like an anvil on a surface. It’s a simple technique that can be developed by inexperienced people and with a small amount of flint,” say researchers from the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences. University of Alicante (AU), Jaime Cuevas and Davinia Díez-Canseco. The work of these two UA researchers study previous geological processes It dates back to its adoption by Neanderthals, who configured the flint’s shape to be suitable for use on the anvil.
joint project
This investigation It is part of the given project. Valencian general Technological and functional characterization of lithic elements identified in the Middle Paleolithic period in the central region of the Iberian Mediterranean. (GV/2021/054) and Ministry of Science and Innovation Strategies to invade and rule the territory of Neanderthal populations in the central region of the Iberian Mediterranean (MCIN/AEI/PID2021-122308NA-I00). The action is authorized by the Generalitat Valenciana Heritage General Directorate and is part of the activities of the association. Cinco Ojos Heritage Observatory In collaboration with Aspe City Council.