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Roman Flagons - Dinosaur - 6th December 2011
Is the Catterick form series etc not that used in Wilson 2002? - have to admit I've never ventured into the CD with all that stuff on (which inconveniently seems to have become detached from the mongraph but is doubtless filed safely somewhere!) but I'm sure someone on here can find a copy
Roman Flagons - Misty - 6th December 2011
For those who are just starting out in archaeology or who only have a casual interest in Roman pottery and don't want to dive straight into fabric and form series but just have a handy guide, then don't forget the little Shire books. They are so cheap that they can be used in the field or on muddy finds tables without causing any pangs. The academics may shriek about this recommendation but lots of 'real' archaeologists use Shire books for a quick ID before getting stuck into the meatier tomes.
Roman Flagons - Dinosaur - 7th December 2011
What, and pre-empt the excitement of getting a report back from the expensive specialist? }
Roman Flagons - gonetopot - 8th December 2011
Dinosaur, you are a very funny man.
Specialists are not just for christmas... those nerdy microscopes, dry books and nice comfy chairs don't pay for themselves you know.
On a serious note, it highlights the need for more specialists to get out there and talk to the field staff. A decent introduction to the principles and types of pottery, provided over time, should form part of a decent on-the-job training, and is even better if it can be related to a site you are or have recently worked on.:face-huh:
Roman Flagons - Misty - 8th December 2011
I agree entirely, Gonetopot, but I was thinking more of the non-professional people who find it difficult to get information on finds. I've had dealings with a few groups in the past, and some individuals, who were interested in finds but were horrified at the cost of the specialist books. Some only wanted to know how to tell Roman from medieval from Tudor at a very basic level. I think everyone's interest in archaeology and finds should be encouraged. (That includes teaching professionals too, of course)
Roman Flagons - John Fulcher - 28th January 2012
Hello--may I point out that it is not a Hofheim type, but a ring-neck flagon. By the thickness of the rings and their upright form, it is first-century, early second. Without a close peer at the fabric, it could be one of many kilns with access to iron-free clays. I rather like the bowl with it, most peculiar form and decoration, onlything similar I have seen printed is from the fortress at Usk. where was yours found, please?