Ancient quarry at Kanozero: traces of crystalline schist quarrying at the Kamenny 5 panel

A rocky outcrop near the Kamenny 5 petroglyph panel on Kamenny Island reveals traces of ancient crystalline schist quarrying, suggesting a direct link between mining activities and rock art. The study identifies distinct stages in stone block extraction, providing evidence that this material was likely used for toolmaking. This discovery challenges the traditional separation of rock art sites from mining operations, offering new insights into the multifunctional use of these landscapes during prehistoric times.

Likhachev, V. A. (2022). Ancient quarry at Kanozero: traces of crystalline schist quarrying at the Kamenny 5 panel. Transactions of the Kоla Science Centre. Series: Natural Sciences and Humanities, 1(1/22), 185–195. https://doi.org/10.37614/2949-1185.2022.1.1.018