Use Wear Analysis and Obsidian: Theory, Experiments and Results

HURCOMBE, L.M.

ISBN 10: 0906090423 / ISBN 13: 9780906090428

Published by J.R.Collis Publications, Sheffield, 1992

About this Item

Sheffield Archaeological Monographs: no.4. 226 pages + xxi prelims. 140 b/w photographs, with many tables and drawings. Laminated pictorial boards. Every book is sent in a rigid cardboard posting box. Size: 30.5 Cm x 21.5 Cm.

Seller Inventory # 1525

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Use Wear Analysis and Obsidian: Theory, Experiments and Results
• Publisher: J.R.Collis Publications, Sheffield
• Publication Date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0906090423
• ISBN 13: 9780906090428
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: As New

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Synopsis

Investigation of a technique for the functional analysis of obsidian tools. Experiments show that use-action and use-wear can be interpreted, and with what limitations. Residues play an important role as they are more easily seen on obsidian than flint. Discussion assesses wear formation theories and the role of functional information within archaeology. The technique is applied to a group of lunates from a Bronze Age site in Sardinia.