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Dataset of 63 statuses (positions) found in the archaeological and historical literature on the Aztec imperial period (1350-1520 AD. Aztec=149 years only. 57 were considered "pre-imperial years," and 94 = "imperial years" [Hassig 2016:57-58]). For each status, the expected roles and actual behaviors are listed, as are the rank (relative position) and bases for legitimacy of anyone holding the given status. Additional information on the society or status-holders' roles and behaviors are given as...
Casas Grandes Site 315 Faunal Data (2016)
Dataset from the analysis of a faunal assemblage recovered from Casas Grandes Site 315. Site 315 was a pueblo village occupied during the Casas Grandes Medio period (AD 1200 to 1450) and is located in northwest Chihuahua, Mexico.
Ceramic balls from PALM survey (2012)
This file contains data on ceramic balls (usually whole or major part) collected during survey. Data from clay balls observed but not collected have not yet been added to the file. These artifacts are thought to have been used in construction.
Ceramic disks from the PALM project (2012)
This file contains information on perforated and non-perforated ceramic disks from the PALM project survey and excavation.
Ceramic wheels from PALM survey (2012)
This file contains information about ceramic wheels (for wheeled "toys") from PALM survey.
Chemical Data of Obsidian from the site of La Magdalena, Guanajuato, Mexico (2022)
Obsidian chemical data collected during investigation of the site of La Magdalena in Guanajuato, Mexico. Analysis completed with X-ray fluorescence at the University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) in collaboration with Professor Jeffrey R. Ferguson.
Chert artifacts from PALM 1 (2012)
This dataset records information about chert artifacts recovered during PALM 1 (1984-1989).
Chert artifacts from PALM 2 survey (2012)
This file contains information on chert artifacts recovered during PALM 2 survey (1998-2002).
Chert tool attributes, PALM project (2012)
This file contains chert tool attributes recorded by A.J. Vonarx for her University of Arizona Master's thesis research.
City Size Data for Postclassic Mesoamerica (2017)
Total site areas, epicenter areas, and population estimates for Postclassic Mesoamerican cities, presented in various publications by Michael E. Smith and others.
Faunal Analysis Data for Terrace S25 (2015)
This file contains all of the data from Dr. Heather Laphams analysis of the animal bones collected during the 2015 excavation of Terrace S25 on Cerro Danush, Dainzú-Macuilxóchitl, Oaxaca, Mexico
Feature information from PALM survey through 2002 (2012)
This excel file contains information about the archaeological features recorded in survey from 1986 to 2002. The variables are described in a separate document: mcolvars.doc. A collection number is based on the feature number. Any additional collection from a feature was given a separate number, normally in the 900s.
Figurines from PALM survey (2012)
This file contains tallies of figurines according to feature number or Isolated Find (IF) number. The figurine classification is described in the figurine codebook. Note that if the figurine was an IF, the collection/feature number is entered as missing data (all 9s).
Frequency Counts for Ceramic Categories, Terrace O8 (2015)
Frequency data for all ceramic materials collected on Terrace O8 during the 2015 excavations. See project report 2015 for more information
Frequency Counts for Ceramic Categories, Terrace S25 (2015)
This file contains all of the frequency counts for ceramic categories from the excavated units on Terrace S25. It does not include the frequency data from other excavated contexts (elements, burials, features), unless otherwise noted in the comments. For more information on the ceramic categories, please see the project report for 2015
Frequency Counts for Ceramic Categories, Terraces S19 and S20 (2010)
This file contains all of the ceramic frequency counts for the excavations that took place on Terrace S19 and S20 of Cerro Danush, Dainzú-Macuilxóchitl in the 2008-2009 field season. Please see project report for 2010 for further information on artifact categories and assignments.
Ground stone artifacts from PALM survey (2012)
This file tabulates ground stone artifacts from PALM survey, excluding Isolated Finds (IFs).
Lowland Maya-Late Classic (2018)
Dataset of 45 statuses (positions) found in the archaeological and historical literature on the Late Classic Maya of the Lowlands (600 to 800 AD). For each status, the expected roles and actual behaviors are listed, as are the rank (relative position) and bases for legitimacy or anyone holding the given status. Additional information on the society or status-holders' roles/behaviors are given as are all references from which the information came.
Malpaso Database (2008)
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Mexico Ceramics and Clay: Compositional and Descriptive Data (2014)
This spreadsheet contains elemental abundances, descriptions, and archaeological contexts for 88 ceramic and clay specimens from Mexico analyzed by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL). Elemental abundances were determined using neutron activation analysis, and all other values are in parts per million (ppm). Zero (0) values indicate missing values. Data are transcribed directly from computer printouts in the LBNL archives and spot checked for accuracy. All descriptive and contextual...
Miscellaneous Ceramic Artifacts from PALM survey (2012)
This file records ceramic artifacts other than vessels. The artifacts derive from survey and the feature number of the collection is indicated.
Mission Cocóspera Faunal Data (2012)
An Excel spreadsheet containing the zooarchaeological data from Mission Cocóspera. While some human remains were uncovered during excavation, that data is excluded from this dataset.
Mission San Agustín Faunal Data (2019)
An excel spreadsheet containing the zooarchaeological data from AZ BB:13:6.
Non-rim sherds from PALM survey features (2012)
Non-rim sherds are entered according to feature number of the collection and pottery classification category. While all rims were collected, non-rims were collected only if decorated or showing unusual form information, such as supports, handles, or appliques.
Obsidian and chert, guide to files (2012)
This excel file lists obsidian and chert files with basic data, along with comments about contents.