The Project
Sites of the Region
This project will work with remains from two different sites including an Iron Age site and a Roman Site.
Iron Age Cremations
Mora, Alentejo, Portugal
Finds from Tera (David Gonçalves et al., 2015)
Tera Necropolis
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39 possible burials recorded
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Artefacts associated with burials include brooch, bracelets, silver rings, belt-buckle
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Different methods in analyzing cremations
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Most of the analysis thus far has included using weight
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David Gonçalves et al. (2015) ‘The weight of the matter: Examining the potential of skeletal weight for the bioarchaeological analysis of cremation at the Iron Age necropolis of Tera (Portugal)’, in The Archaeology of Cremation. Oxbow Books.
Roman Age Burials
Alentejo, Portugal
Roman Age Burials
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early Christian church
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multiple burials
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primary burials, secondary depositions, and ossuaries
Who should apply?
This project is aimed for those with prior experience in osteology. Ideally a class taught at university level or prior field work experience. If you have any questions about your eligibility please don't hesitate to reach out!