2nd May 2008, 05:44 PM
How often do internet fora come to a conclusion? Allow me to attempt one:
The problem is that two different approaches are using the same language.
Formal geoarchaeological jargon says that the terms "primary", "secondary" etc are linked to site formation processes.
Common-or-garden fieldcraft says that "primary" fill is the first fill of a cut, followed by secondary etc.
So whenever using these terms during an excavation it's a good idea to say which convention you're using.
Well, I've learned something at least. Thanks, Gumbo.
The problem is that two different approaches are using the same language.
Formal geoarchaeological jargon says that the terms "primary", "secondary" etc are linked to site formation processes.
Common-or-garden fieldcraft says that "primary" fill is the first fill of a cut, followed by secondary etc.
So whenever using these terms during an excavation it's a good idea to say which convention you're using.
Well, I've learned something at least. Thanks, Gumbo.