Artefacts from excavation  ARC00056M

Module leader: Ailsa Mainman (YAT) with liason from James Symonds (Archaeology)

These practical sessions will take place in the offices of the York Archaeological Trust, at 47 Aldwark, York, YO1 7BX. and will be led by Dr Ailsa Mainman, the Assistant Director. The YAT offices are less than 10 minutes walk from King's Manor, you can download a pdf map from the following website (follow the links through 'Contact us)  York Archaeological Trust.

Prior to the first session on Thursday 19th January you should meet at 9.00am outside the Porter's Lodge at King's Manor. You will be met by a member of staff from YAT, who will lead you to their offices. In future weeks you will need to make your own way there, and arrive by 9.14am each week.

Aims

  • To introduce students to the range of artefacts found on archaeological sites
  • To teach students the basic principles of object identification and recording
  • To introduce students to the ways in which objects are handled and conserved

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this module students should:

  • Have an awareness of the range of material types (metals, glass, pottery, bone, antler, organics (leather, textiles)) found on archaeological sites
  • Understand the techniques used in the identification and analysis of objects (microscopy, radiography, recording and manipulation)
  • Identify and record common types of artefact
  • Understand - and apply - the ways in which objects are handled and conserved according to health and safety regulations

 
Cuddesdon glass bowl