Archaeological Dating: Retracing Time

Synopsis

Discusses two approaches to determining the age of an archaeological site, relating to other sites. Introduces methods of dating artifacts absolutely, including tree-ring dating (dendrochronology), archeomagnetic dating, obsidian hydration dating and radiocarbon dating. Before finishing with a description of the abuse of archaeological sites by treasure hunters, there is a demonstration of how the study of relics can help us to understand the nature of life in early cultures.*

Language

English

Country

United States

Medium

Film; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 18 min.

Technical information

Black-and-white / Sound

Year of production

1976

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Subjects

Archaeology

Keywords

antiquities; archaeological investigation

Distribution Formats

Type

Film

Format

16mm

Distributor

Name

National Education Video Library

Contact

John Lovell

Email

tryfannevl@aol.com

Phone

01286 676001 or 07768 105467

Fax

01286 676001

Address

Arfon House
Bontnewydd
Caernarvon
Gwynned
LL54 7UN

Notes

Formerly the National Audio Visual (Aids) Library. No longer holds 16mm material. Retains the negatives and copyright to the EFVA material, but have no viewing copies. Video only. (1/97) Alternative address might be Arfon House, Bontnewydd, Caernarvon, Gwynned LL54 7UN Telephone/Fax 01286 676001