The Early Iron Age at Troy Reconsidered

A reevaluation of the Protogeometric period at Troy challenges long-standing assumptions about Greek migration or trade networks. Neutron Activation Analysis (NAA) reveals that amphoras previously thought to be imports were likely produced locally, alongside new handmade cooking pots and traditional Gray ware vessels. This indicates a high degree of cultural continuity and dynamic interaction within the Aegean region, rather than isolated migration events. The study suggests Troy's inhabitants integrated diverse vessel types into established local traditions, reflecting complex long-term engagement with neighboring cultures.

Aslan, C., Kealhofer, L., & Grave, P. (2014). The Early Iron Age at Troy Reconsidered. Oxford Journal of Archaeology, 33(3), 275–312. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ojoa.12038