September 27, 2025

Appendix: Micro-Mineralogy of Pottery from Ḥammat Tiberias

Key Points

The excavation at Ḥammat Tiberias identified unique micro-mineralogical characteristics in the pottery analysis.
Key findings are supported by petrological studies that highlight the diverse mineral composition of the pottery.
Conducting the excavation involved collaboration with the Israel Antiquities Authority, emphasizing the significance of archaeological methodology.
The study's findings may enhance the understanding of ancient trade routes and local manufacturing of pottery.

Abstract

In March 2020, a salvage excavation was conducted in H ammat Tiberias National Park (Permit No. A-8696; map ref. 251915–45/741365–94; Fig. 1) prior to the construction of an electrical control room and the diversion of a water pipeline. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by Mekorot Company, was directed by N. Harash (field photography), with the assistance of Y. Ya‘akobi and Y. Lavan (administration), M. Peleg (surveying and 3D model), H. Tahan-Rosen (finds drawing and plans), W. Atrash and E. Dalali-Amos (pottery) and U. Berger (scientific guidance), A. Shapiro (petrology and mapping; see, appendix), Y. Gorin-Rosen (glass), R. Be’eri (guidance) as well as sub-district archaeologist H. Mamalya, district archaeologist O. Zingboym and laborers from Nazareth.

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