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<\/a>In order to register and count the materials correctly, we separate them in different categories.<\/p><\/div>\n
The ceramic analysis consists in the typological identification based on the characteristics (paste, shape, decoration) contained in the fragments recovered. Eventually, we will compare the results with artifacts from surrounding areas in order to be able to establish a chronology.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Here we can see some ceramics already classified in different types.<\/p><\/div>\n
The analysis of lithics (flaked and ground stones) will be undertaken using the operational sequence methodology. Basically, this kind of analysis takes into account the whole process involved in producing stone artifacts (raw material procurement, manufacturing technology, use, and discard).<\/p>\n
<\/a>Some of the ground stones that will be analyzed with the operational sequence methodology<\/p><\/div>\n
Within the special artifacts category we include artifacts that were not identified in the preliminary classification done during fieldwork, such as figurines, axes, and whistle figurine fragments. We also take into account others that Mesoamerican archaeologists might have been able to recognize its use during pre-Hispanic times. The aim of this category lies in the correct registration of the artifacts recovered on field, so we avoid names that could condition the function of an artifact.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Some special artifacts pending identification<\/p><\/div>\n
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The figurine analysis will consist of the description of morphological characteristics. This will allow us to accomplish a typological identification and therefore their chronological place.<\/p>\n