Lipari (Aeolian Islands) Obsidian in the Late Neolithic. Artifacts, Supply and Function

Archaeological excavations on the Aeolian Island of Lipari reveal that the Diana Culture's Neolithic settlement was a significant obsidian workshop, characterized by greater artifact variability compared to importing sites. This suggests a specialized role in prehistoric trade and production. The study analyzed obsidian from trenches XVII, XXI, and XXXVI using technological and typometric methods, alongside pXRF analyses to trace sources. Findings indicate that Lipari's strategic location facilitated the development of complex exchange networks during this period.

Martinelli, M. C., Tykot, R. H., & Vianello, A. (2019). Lipari (Aeolian Islands) Obsidian in the Late Neolithic. Artifacts, Supply and Function. Open Archaeology, 5(1), 46–64. https://doi.org/10.1515/opar-2019-0005