Crucible material types

Object/Artifact

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UNO Archaeological Research and Curation

Name/Title

Crucible material types

Description

Nearly the entire collection featured crucibles with grayish paste tempered with sand, a grayish interior slip, and a tan gray exterior flecked with black. These were likely crucibles made from what was called “fireclay” However, three other variations were observed, including sherds from a heavy, brittle vessel tempered with graphite.

Created By

elizabeth.v.williams@gmail.com

Create Date

12/23/2022

Updated By

drgray1@uno.edu

Update Date

01/17/2023