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Archaeology tools
Any tool that is used to facilitate excavation work at archaeological dig sites.
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Archaeology tools
graph paper
Archaeology; Archaeology tools
For archeologists, graph paper is used to map the digging and excavation area.
File
Archaeology; Archaeology tools
A file is used to sharpen other tools, such as shovels, trowels, etc.
Line level
Archaeology; Archaeology tools
A line level is a small level, located on the top of a string pulled taut. The string is attached to a datum point. A line level determines the depth below the datum point.
Brush
Archaeology; Archaeology tools
Brushes are used once artefacts are found to gently brush away the remaining dirt found on the artefact itself.
Trowel
Archaeology; Archaeology tools
A tool that are used to remove the topsoil of a site; a trowel is also used to create flat profiles.
