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Journal Article
On Seeing Red: Iron Oxide on Excavated Artifacts
2010
Overview
The presence of red ochre has long been associated with artifacts and burials at prehistoric cultures in North America and elsewhere. Often, however, suggestions on the use of ochre have not considered the natural occurrence of this mineral and natural pedogenic processes that may impact our interpretations of its use. This report reviews some of the characteristics of iron oxides and the factors that may affect its use and distribution in specific settings such as caches and burials.
