A moment of glory as an archaeologist or my 15 minutes of fame :)

[Caladan]

But just think how strong the resin will be by now (don't want to get a whiff of that water though).

You could be a scholar of some sort, Rick.

 

[MattersOfTheHeart]

I am actually curious about how the system might have worked or been used. Have you written about that at all, or would you mind sharing some of that information?

 

[Caladan]

I am actually curious about how the system might have worked or been used. Have you written about that at all, or would you mind sharing some of that information?

I might discuss it at a later stage, I still haven't filed my report yet because of my Iceland incursion and heading straight back to do more work after returning to Israel. Perhaps after its published I'll revisit your question. But thanks for the interest, I appreciate it and will definitely keep this in mind :yes:

 

[MattersOfTheHeart]

I might discuss it at a later stage, I still haven't filed my report yet because of my Iceland incursion and heading straight back to do more work after returning to Israel. Perhaps after its published I'll revisit your question. But thanks for the interest, I appreciate it and will definitely keep this in mind :yes:

Another curiosity, when things like this are found is it important to keep it somewhat private so people don't try and steal recognition? Does that even make sense what I am asking?

Forgive me if that is a dumb question.

 

[Runewolf1973]

Very cool. Thanks for sharing!

 

[Caladan]

Another curiosity, when things like this are found is it important to keep it somewhat private so people don't try and steal recognition? Does that even make sense what I am asking?

Forgive me if that is a dumb question.

That's actually a great question. Archaeology touches pretty much all sensitivities of society and media. Journalists who write about archaeology dig for information and would love to get their hands on a scoop, that is one example. Of course there are many others, such as political sensitivities or plagiarism. There are excavations that I've taken part in already several years ago which I still save their information and photos for the right time to share publicly.

Very cool. Thanks for sharing!

You're welcomed!

 

[dawny0826]

This is cool! Congrats!

 

[MattersOfTheHeart]

That's actually a great question. Archaeology touches pretty much all sensitivities of society and media. Journalists who write about archaeology dig for information and would love to get their hands on a scoop, that is one example. Of course there are many others, such as political sensitivities or plagiarism. There are excavations that I've taken part in already several years ago which I still save their information and photos for the right time to share publicly.

You're welcomed!

Thanks for the explanation. One would not realize such drama exists behind the scenes of what should be just a pure form of human curiosity and exploration. I totally understand it though.

I suppose the idea of hydraulics or a similar system seems radical to my concept of ancient peoples. Are there other examples of devices that you can share or care to share that shows such ingenuity?

 

[LuisDantas]

Congratulations!

 

[Alceste]

I admit it. I too thought "bong" when I first seen the picture.

Congrats on the nice find.

That makes three of us. Good thing I'm not an archeologist.

 

[Caladan]

Are there other examples of devices that you can share or care to share that shows such ingenuity?

I'll try to at a later stage, but I'd recommend looking into the history and archaeology of hydraulics. For example lead pipes were already used by the Romans.

Congratulations!

Thank you I worked in Ramla this week and passed through an Islamic heritage museum, and had the pleasure of seeing the hydraulic system I excavated presented to the public at the front of the site.

 

[MattersOfTheHeart]

A Roman Pump in Perfect Condition | Great Names in History

Found this neat short, that is somewhat related for those interested in how something might have functioned and for what purpose. Hope that is OK to post Caladan?