AN ENGRAVED SLATE FRAGMENT FROM WALYUNGA, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
WA Museum Records and Supplements | Volume 18 (1996–1998) | Updated 19 Sep 2012
Abstract - A small engraved fragment of slate from an archaeological site near Perth is analysed by intensive microscopic examination and through replication experiments. Various types of markings are present on both faces of the plaque. These intentional ...
FIRST DATING OF PILBARA PETROGLYPHS
WA Museum Records and Supplements | Volume 20 (2000–2002) | Updated 1 Aug 2012
Abstract - The first attempts at scientific dating of petroglyphs in the Pilbara region of Western Australia are reported. Using microerosion analysis, a calibration curve has been established on the basis of a series of engraved historical dates, which i ...