Conservation Manual for the Field Archaeologist
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Series: Archaeological Research Tools 4Publication Date: Jul 1994
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Catherine Sease
Conservation treatments and techniques for the archaeologist in the field, emphasizing how to conserve an excavated object before it is taken to a trained conservator offsite. Safety procedures and conservation 
supplies and materials are recommended. Techniques for lifting, cleaning, consolidating, marking, and storing are discussed, along with methods for treating specific artifact materials (e.g., amber, wood). Appendixes cover impressions and chemical preparations.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Important Points
Chapter 2. Safety
Chapter 3. Supplies and Materials
Chapter 4. General Treatment Techniques
Chapter 5. Specific Materials and Treatments
