Our third day brought an amazing opportunity. On the south-west outskirts of the settlement, was a round structure. Apparently, circular structures are either little-known, or nonexistent in Ancient Israel. Here was an opportunity to excavate an anomaly.
The circular structure was approximately 13' (+/-) in diameter, with rectangular stones framing it. There is a sill with a channel carved into the center, the likes that have been seen in funeral tombs.
The circular structure
The sill
Dallin digging out the circular structure
Another friend
Dirty Work
Slightly less dirty...hmmm.
AN ANCIENT QUARRY
One of the areas of import, was a deep quarry. The photos of the quarry can't do it justice. At approximately 60' under the ground, it is an ominous room. The work ethic of those who created and drew from this quarry is beyond impressive.
On day four of the dig, one lucky team member discovered a unique find. Upon closer examination, it appeared as if it were an incense burner from the Idumean period. Archaeologist Michal Haber is pictured with President of the Beit Lehi Foundation, Alan Rudd. Alan inspects the incense burner. Lamp Perfume bottle Tear catcher, or perfume bottle.
In 2012, I met Oren Gutfeld's daughter Hila (Hope I spelled that right). She was much younger then! She brought her little sister to view the dig. I took a few moments to continue exploring the dig site. I am continuously amazed at how much un-excavated finds are here to be explored.
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