WLPA - 3. Databases

This file lists and defines the attributes used by AJ Vonarx in coding obsidian and chert bifacial tools from PALM survey. This file is only partially complete at the time of upload.

This document file describes the variables in the mndallto02.xls file.

This file consists mainly of information recorded by Lynette Heller concerning the variables employed in obsidian analysis, with later clarifications by Barbara Stark. It included two addenda, one by Lynette Heller grouping codes according to production technology, and the other noting some special circumstances affecting a few obsidian collections. The obsidian files from PALM 1 and PALM2 are not constructed the same way (PALM 2 is non-relational), and the obsidian coding is not thoroughly...

These notes address the variables used in Oralia Cabrera's reanalysis of spindle whorls in 2000. It includes variables recorded previously.

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.

This file contains information on perforated and non-perforated ceramic disks from the PALM project survey and excavation.

This file contains information about ceramic wheels (for wheeled "toys") from PALM survey.

This dataset records information about chert artifacts recovered during PALM 1 (1984-1989).

This file contains information on chert artifacts recovered during PALM 2 survey (1998-2002).

This file contains chert tool attributes recorded by A.J. Vonarx for her University of Arizona Master's thesis research.

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.

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).

This file tabulates ground stone artifacts from PALM survey, excluding Isolated Finds (IFs).

This file records ceramic artifacts other than vessels. The artifacts derive from survey and the feature number of the collection is indicated.

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.

This excel file gives provenience for type 16c nonrims with Series A observations.

This excel file provides proveniences for type 17b observations in subgroup Series A.

This excel file provides proveniences for type 30b observations in subgroup Series A.

This excel file provides proveniences for type 30n observations in subgroup Series A.

This excel file provides proveniences for type 42b observations in subgroup Series A.

This excel file provides proveniences for type 42n observations in subgroup Series A.

This excel file provides proveniences for nonrims for type 5a for observations in Series L.

The excel file provides provenience information for Series A coding for nonrims of type 5d.

This files provides provenience information for nonrims of type 6d for which observations were made in Series B.

This files provides provenience information for nonrims of type 6p for which observations were made in Series B.

This file provides proveniences for nonrim sherds reclassified from code 38 to newer codes with more specific period assignments.

This excel file lists obsidian and chert files with basic data, along with comments about contents.

This file contains information relating to obsidian biface points (code 61) from PALM 2 survey. Data were recorded by A.J. Vonarx, but variable documentation is not written.

Lynette Heller recorded these data for obsidian cores from Palm 1 excavations in 1987.

These data for obsidian cores were recorded by Lynette Heller, for cores from PALM 1 survey. PALM 2 core data were recorded, but not entered into a database. .

Lynette Heller recorded occurrences of cortex on excavated obsidian from 1987 excavations in this file.

Lynette Heller recorded these cortex occurrences for PALM 1 survey obsidian.

Obsidian from feature 1756, first recorded during Palm 1, was analyzed by Lynette Heller following recollection of the mound during Palm 2. The file is non-relational. The reanalysis uses Palm 2 variables. The Palm 1 collection and analysis is in a separate file.

Obsidian from the 1987 Palm excavations, variables recorded in form 1 by Lynette Heller.

Obsidian from Palm 1 excavations was recorded by Lynette Heller, variables from form 2.

Obsidian was recorded by Lynette Heller for 1987 excavations, variables in form 3.

Obsidian from 1987 excavations was recorded by Lynette Heller, variables on form 4.

Obsidian from PALM 1 survey, form 1 variables, recorded by Lynette Heller. This file includes all Palm 1 survey years, including 1989, a project by Stuart Speaker.

Obsidian from PALM 1 survey, recorded by Lynette Heller, variables on form 2. Palm survey 1986-1989.

Obsidian from Palm 1 survey, recorded by Lynette Heller, variables on form 3. Includes all seasons of Palm survey, 1986-1989.

Obsidian from Palm 1 survey, recorded by Lynette Heller, variables on form 4. Survey 1986-1989.

This dataset is non-relational, containing information about obsidian artifacts. The PALM 2 obsidian file was created by Lynette Heller, and it is only partly documented. A separate file contains summary weight information, and two other files contain details about obsidian bifacial tools and retouched tools. Obsidian (and chert) bifaces were analyzed by AJ Vonarx, but that dataset is not yet well documented.

Lynette Heller recorded instances of hinge blade removals for PALM 1 excavation obsidian.

Lynette Heller recorded instances in survey collections of hinge removals for PALM 1, mainly for prismatic obsidian blades. A separate file has information on excavation obsidian hinges. Although hinges may reflect raw material irregularities, in most cases they reflect insufficient or misdirected force in blade or flake detachment, which for blades, produced a rounded or blunt distal termination. In Palm 2, hinge information was recorded under "comments."

This file contains the classification of Palm 2 obsidian Isolated Finds. Obsidian from regular collections is in a different file.

This file contains attribute information about obsidian retouched tools from the PALM 1 and 2 survey. It is a non-relational file created by AJ Vonarx for her University of Arizona Master's degree, and it is only partly documented at present.

This file has information about obsidian scrapers recovered in survey and excavation during the PALM project. Isolated Find scrapers are in a separate file.

This file concerns obsidian scrapers recovered as Isolated Finds (not in a designated collection area).

This file contains summary obsidian weight information for PALM 2 survey.

The file shows the proveniences of code 38a sherds reclassified to 38m FGRY.

The file shows the proveniences of code 38d sherds reclassified to 38m FGRY.

The file shows the proveniences of code 38e sherds reclassified to 38m FGRY.

The file shows the proveniences of code pre38b sherds reclassified to 38q FGRY.

This file tabulates artifacts related to ceramic production, such as molds, kiln debris, and so forth, for PALM survey. Items are tabulated by feature number.

This file combines rims and non-rims from the Proyecto Arqueologico La Mixtequilla survey features.

The excel file has rim sherds according to the collection and pottery category for the Proyecto Arqueologico La Mixtequilla. Isolated Finds (IFs) rims are in a separate file from those from survey feature collections.

These rim sherds are from Stuart Speaker's dissertation research survey project in the Mixtequilla. An earlier version of the classification system was employed, so the categories are not entirely compatible with the PALM pottery classification, which was revised subsequent to 1988.

This file provides proveniences for type 16c rim observations in series A.

This file provides proveniences for type 17b rim observations in series A.

This file provides provenience information for rims of type 25 for which observations were made in Series D.

This file provides provenience information for rims of type 29 for which observations were made in Series E.

This file provides provenience information for rims of type 2c for which observations were made in Series C.

This file provides proveniences for type 30b rim observations in series A.

This file provides proveniences for type 30n rim observations in series A.

This file provides provenience information for rims of type 37a for which observations were made in Series F.

This file provides provenience information for rims of type 37b for which observations were made in Series G.

This excel file provides proveniences for type 3b rim observations in subgroup Series A.

This file provides proveniences for type 42b rim observations in series A.

This file provides proveniences for type 42n rim observations in series A.

This file provides provenience information for rims of type 55b for which observations were made in Series H.

This excel file provides proveniences for rims for type 5a for observations in Series L.

This file provides proveniences for type 5d rim observations in series A.

This excel file provides proveniences for rims for type 60b for observations in Series I.

This excel file provides proveniences for rims for type 6a for observations in Series J.

This files provides provenience information for rims of type 6d for which observations were made in Series B.

This excel file provides proveniences for rims for type 6m for observations in Series K.

This files provides provenience information for rims of type 6p for which observations were made in Series B.

This file provides proveniences for rim sherds reclassified from code 38 to newer codes with more specific period assignments.

This file contains the reanalysis data combining prior information with new variables devised by Oralia Cabrera, for spindle whorls from the PALM project, with some modifications by Barbara Stark. The file is still needs additional work on some entries.

This project contains excel or access databases for sites and artifacts from work in the Proyecto Arqueologico La Mixtequilla. See the "Introduction" project for information about the project.