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Jerusalem, 30 Bibas Street, A-9631/2023, Uriel J. Prince
Jerusalem, 30 Bibas Street, A-9631/2023, Uriel J. Prince
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In July of 2023, a salvage excavation was conducted at 30 Bibas Street, in the Nachlaot neighborhood of Jerusalem (Permit A-9631/2023; map ref. 219810-22/632437-48; Fig. 1). The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by Breidman, Agmon architect, was directed by V.W. Avrutis and published by U.J. Prince, assisted by N. Sapir and Tz. Kanias (Jerusalem district), Y. Shalev (scientific guidance), S. Halevi (field photography and photogrammetry), N. Nechama (logistics), A. Zakaim (plans) and E. Rabinovich (sight inspection).
Ramat Beth Shemesh A-9505/2023, Rifka Ben Chelouche
Ramat Beth Shemesh A-9505/2023, Rifka Ben Chelouche
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In January 2023, a trial excavation was undertaken prior to the planned expansion of the Neve Shamir neighborhood in Bet Shemesh. The excavation, conducted on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and financed by the Dissi Group, was directed by R. Ben Chelouche, with the assistance of N. Nehama (administration), E. Marco (photogrammetry), O. Rose (location map and plan), Y. Shalev (scientific consultant), and A. Eirikh-Rose, Z. Kanias, and S. Gendler (Judah District).
Bet She’An A-9586/2023, Gur Peled
Bet She’An A-9586/2023, Gur Peled
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In July 2023, a trial excavation was conducted in south of Bet She'an (Permit No. A-9586/2023; Map ref. 246330-545/710040-256). The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by G. Peled, with the assistance of G. Leyfirer (trial trenches), R. Be'eri and W. Atrash (scientific counseling), Y. Yaakobi and Y. Zilpa (administration), A. Shapiro (GIS), B. Tzin (GPS), B. Hanna (district archaeologist), A. Ibrahim (regional archaeologists), and with the participation of laborers from Jenin.
Nahal Zanoah, Ramat Bet Shemesh A-9630/2023, Eliana Wexler
Nahal Zanoah, Ramat Bet Shemesh A-9630/2023, Eliana Wexler
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In July 2023, a trial excavation was conducted on plot No. 400 in The Mishkafayim Neighborhood in Ramat Bet Shemesh (Permit No. A-9630/2023; Map ref. 200475-490/624890-935). The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by the 'Shibolet Ltd.' company, was directed by E. Wexler, with the assistance of N. Nehama (administration), Z. Matskevich (trial trenches), S. Halevi (photography), E. Marko (surveying), O. Zakaim (drafting), S. Gendler (district archaeologists), Y. Shalev (archaeological consultation), T. Winter (glass) and with the participation of laborers.
Netivot, Ramot Yoram A-9675/2023, Nir-Shimshon Paran
Netivot, Ramot Yoram A-9675/2023, Nir-Shimshon Paran
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In December 2023, a trial excavation was conducted in an area designated for the construction of a new neighborhood, Ramot Yoram, in the western part of Netivot (Permit No. A-9675/2023; Map ref. 158944-9480/593058-529). The excavation was carried out following the discovery of finds in two spots during an archaeological inspection. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by the Netivot municipality, was directed by N.S. Paran, with the assistance of Y. Alamor (administration), A. Montagu (surveying), I. Azulay (mapping and plans), V. Lifshits, Sh. Tal and A. Reisyuk, S. Shaked, S. Guntar and S. Brailovsky and …
Jerusalem, Hebron Raod A-9695/2023, Itamar Berko
Jerusalem, Hebron Raod A-9695/2023, Itamar Berko
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In November 2023, a salvage excavation was conducted on Hebron Road in Jerusalem, near the Shmuel Wall Junction (Permit No. A-9695/2023; Map ref. 220105-63/627163-237), after an architectural element suspected as a wall was exposed when trial trenches were dug on the eastern side of the road. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by I. Berko, with the assistance of S. Halevi (surveying), T. Kanias (IAA Jerusalem District) and N. Nehama (administration).
Qiryat YeʽArim A-9646/2023, Dror Tzitron
Qiryat YeʽArim A-9646/2023, Dror Tzitron
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In August 2023, a trial excavation was conducted in Qiryat Yeʽarim (Permit No. A-9646/2023; Map ref. 209883/634684), in an area designated for the construction of a school and kindergartens. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by Qiryat Yeʽarim Local Council, was directed by D. Tzitron (photography and field preparation), with the assistance of Y. Shalev (scientific consultation), N. Nehama (administration), A. Melman and V. Sterman (preliminary inspections), S. Halevi (surveying, photography, and photogrammetry), O. Zakaim (location map and drafting), S. Gendler and T. Edeltin.
Nahal Talia, ‘Ar‘Ara In The Negev A-9589/2023, Ilan Peretz
Nahal Talia, ‘Ar‘Ara In The Negev A-9589/2023, Ilan Peretz
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In May 2023, a trial excavation was conducted in Nahal Talia (Permit No. A-9589/2023; Map ref. 202351-601/561296-546), prior to the construction of a new residential neighborhood in ‘Ar‘ara in the Negev. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by The Authority for the Development and Settlement of the Bedouin in the Negev, was directed by I. Peretz, with the assistance of Y. Alamor (administration), A. Montagu (surveying, photography, and drafting), A. Tamir (district archaeologist and acting excavation director), S. Talis and D. Eisenberg-Degen (counseling), Y. Abadi-Reiss (flint), I. Azulay (plans) and laborers from the Palestinian Authority.
‘Isawiya A-9405/2022, Mustafa Hussein
‘Isawiya A-9405/2022, Mustafa Hussein
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
During August–September 2022, trial trenches were opened, followed by a trial excavation in three quarries at el-‘Isawiya neighborhood in Jerusalem (Permit No. A-9405/2022; Map ref. 223976-4041/634281-376), prior to the construction of a ring road. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by Moria - Jerusalem Development Company Ltd. was directed by M. Hussein, with the assistance of B. Touri and Y. Zelinger (scientific consultation) and S. Halevi (photography and photogrammetry).
Yotvata A-9447/2022, Tal Sapir
Yotvata A-9447/2022, Tal Sapir
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In December 2022, a salvage excavation was conducted in Yotvata (Permit No. A-9447/2022; Map ref. 205165-6210/423650-935) prior to laying a water pipeline. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by the Mekorot Water Company, was directed by T. Sapir (field photography), with the assistance of Y. Alamor (administration), E. Aladjem (surveying and field photography), I. Azulay (maps and plans), N. Lect Ben Ami (area supervision and field photography), G. Seriy and Y. Radashkovsky (Southern Negev District), A. Golani (archaeological consultation) and workers from Eilat.
Wadi Abu Shulula A-9310/2022, Anya Kleiner
Wadi Abu Shulula A-9310/2022, Anya Kleiner
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In July 2022, a trial excavation was conducted on the declared antiquities site of Wadi Abu Shulula (Permit No. A-9310/2022; Map ref. 279492-782/755258-5258), following damage caused to the site. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by the Ministry of Defense, was directed by A. Kleiner (photography and photogrammetric documentation), with the assistance of Y. Yaakobi (administration) and workers from the town of Kabul.
Yattir Mountains, East Of Hura A-9459/2022, Alex Fraiberg
Yattir Mountains, East Of Hura A-9459/2022, Alex Fraiberg
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In December 2022, a trial excavation was conducted in an area designated for the construction of sheep pens east of Hura (Permit No. A-9459/2022; Map ref. 19558-663/5678973-9020). The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by The Authority for the Regulation of Bedouin Settlement in the Negev was directed by A. Fraiberg, with the assistance of Y. Alamor (administration), I. Azoulay (plans), A. Golani and D. Eisenberg-Degen (scientific guidance) and a team of Palestinian laborers.
Jerusalem, Qiryat Moshe A-9360/2022, Danit Levi
Jerusalem, Qiryat Moshe A-9360/2022, Danit Levi
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In August 2022, a trial excavation was conducted at no. 1 Pik street in Qiryat Moshe neighborhood in Jerusalem (Permit No. A-9360/2022; Map ref. 218669-747/632417-545), prior to the 'Pinui-Binui' building project. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by the developer group "Rova |One", was directed by D. Levi, with the assistance of N. Nehama and R. Abu Khalaf (administration), S. Halevi (photogrammetry) and A. Rose (plans).
القدس: مشروع بناء ضخم في فترة المفوضين الرومان / Monumental Building Project In Jerusalem In The Time Of The Roman Governors, Nahshon Szanton, Moran Hagbi, Joe Uziel, Donald T. Ariel
القدس: مشروع بناء ضخم في فترة المفوضين الرومان / Monumental Building Project In Jerusalem In The Time Of The Roman Governors, Nahshon Szanton, Moran Hagbi, Joe Uziel, Donald T. Ariel
Cornerstone: Journal of Archaeological Sites (حجر الزاوية)
For over a century and a half, segments of Jerusalem’s Early Roman-period street network have been uncovered in excavations in the city, particularly the street that wended its way from the southernmost gate of the city, near Siloam Pool, to the Temple Mount. The importance of this street is evident from its dimensions, as well as from the quality of its construction, which undoubtedly required expansive workforce and skilled laborers and craftsmen. Based on archaeological and historical data, the establishment of the street has variously been attributed to the Herodian period, the reign of Herod the Great, or the days …
القدس: مشروع بناء ضخم في فترة المفوضين الرومان / Monumental Building Project In Jerusalem In The Time Of The Roman Governors, Nahshon Szanton, Moran Hagbi, Joe Uziel, Donald T. Ariel
القدس: مشروع بناء ضخم في فترة المفوضين الرومان / Monumental Building Project In Jerusalem In The Time Of The Roman Governors, Nahshon Szanton, Moran Hagbi, Joe Uziel, Donald T. Ariel
Cornerstone: Journal of Archaeological Sites (حجر الزاوية)
For over a century and a half, segments of Jerusalem’s Early Roman-period street network have been uncovered in excavations in the city, particularly the street that wended its way from the southernmost gate of the city, near Siloam Pool, to the Temple Mount. The importance of this street is evident from its dimensions, as well as from the quality of its construction, which undoubtedly required expansive workforce and skilled laborers and craftsmen. Based on archaeological and historical data, the establishment of the street has variously been attributed to the Herodian period, the reign of Herod the Great, or the days …
Jebel Mukkabbir, Jerusalem A-9393/2022, Mustafa Hussein
Jebel Mukkabbir, Jerusalem A-9393/2022, Mustafa Hussein
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
During August–September 2022, preliminary trial trenches and a trial excavation were conducted on a private plot in Jebel Mukkabbir (Permit No. A-9393/2022; Map ref. 222688-719/629640-74). The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by Mr. Hassin Kara'in, was directed by M. Hossin, with the assistance of N. Sapir and B. Touri (scientific counseling) and Sh. Halevi (photography and photogrammetry).
Parod A-9389/2022, Kojan Hako
Parod A-9389/2022, Kojan Hako
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In September 2022, a trial excavation was conducted in Parod (Permit No. A-9389/2022; Map ref. 240589-693/759513-703), prior to the construction of a residential neighborhood. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by K. Hako.
Rumana A-9404/2022, Kojan Hako
Rumana A-9404/2022, Kojan Hako
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In September 2022, a trial excavation was conducted in the western part of the village Rumana (Permit No. A-9404/2022; 229217-52/743596-629), prior to the construction of a private house. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority was directed by K. Hako.
Sederot, Ḥorbat Neged (West) Z-23/2022, Sara Tal
Sederot, Ḥorbat Neged (West) Z-23/2022, Sara Tal
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In March 2022, a community excavation was conducted at Ḥorbat Neged (West), located north of the city of Sederot (Permit No. Z-23/2022; map.ref. 161721–916/605024–162). The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by the Sederot Economic Development Company, was directed by S. Tal, with the assistance of Y. Alamor (administration), H. Etel, Y. Cohen, M. Hazan Ozri and S. Shaked (field instruction), E. Aladjem (drone photography and surveying), R. Dagan, O. Rasiuk (consultation), A. Azoulay (plans), students from Sederot (Grades 3–12), and participants from the Sederot Agricultural School.
Nataf A-9074/2021, Limor Silas
Nataf A-9074/2021, Limor Silas
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In July 2021, a salvage excavation was conducted near Nataf (Permit No. A-9074/2021; Map ref. 207688-9794/636498-7183) prior to laying a water pipeline. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by Mekorot (Israel National Water Co.) was directed by L. Silas (photography), with the assistance of N. Nehama (administration), S. Gendler (metal detector), Y. Zelinger (scientific counseling), E. Marko (photogrammetry) and J. Tiano (location map) and A. Rose and S. Gendler (Judean district).
Bet Guvrin A-8724/2020, A-8982/2021, Shira Bloch-Lifshitz
Bet Guvrin A-8724/2020, A-8982/2021, Shira Bloch-Lifshitz
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In October–November 2021, an excavation was conducted in the Bet Guvrin Forest (Permit Nos. A-8724/2020, A-8982/2021; Map ref.188732-936/612278-300), as part of the Kings of Judah Road project. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by the Israel Antiquities Authority and the Jewish National Fund (JNF) was directed by S. Bloch-Lifshitz, with the assistance of Y. Alamor (administration), E. Aladjem (surveying and drafting), I. Azoulay (plans), S. Ganor, V. Lifshits, Z. Firer, and A. Montagu (Ashqelon district), A. Golani and D. Eisenberg-Degen (scientific guidance) as well as R. Dagan and O. Aflalo (education department). Students from premilitary …
Ramat Bet-Shemesh, Neighborhood D A-9053/2021, Limor Silas
Ramat Bet-Shemesh, Neighborhood D A-9053/2021, Limor Silas
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In June 2021, a trial excavation was conducted at Ramat Bet Shemesh, in neighborhood D (Permit No. A-9053/2021; Map ref. 19510/62315), prior to the laying of a sewage line. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by the Ministry of Construction and Housing, was directed by L. Silas, with the assistance of N. Nehama (administration), Y. Zelinger (scientific counseling) and E. Marko (surveying and field photography).
Ramat Bet-Shemesh, Neighborhood C2, A-9014/2021, Limor Silas
Ramat Bet-Shemesh, Neighborhood C2, A-9014/2021, Limor Silas
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In May 2021, a trial excavation was conducted at Ramat Bet Shemesh (Neighborhood C2, Lot 508; Permit No. A-9014/2021; Map ref. 199112/623221). The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by Yahel Engineers company, was directed by L. Silas, with the assistance of N. Nehama (administration), S. Halevi (photogrammetry, photography and measurements) and Y. Zelinger (scientific consulting). A hewn winepress with a treading surface was excavated and documented (Figure 1).
Har ‘Amasa, The Wastewater Treatment Plant (Wwtp) Line, A-9034/2021, Lauren Davies
Har ‘Amasa, The Wastewater Treatment Plant (Wwtp) Line, A-9034/2021, Lauren Davies
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In June 2021, a salvage excavation was conducted at Har ‘Amasa (Permit No. A-9034/2021; map ref. 208830–926/583382–4831). The site is located near the wastewater treatment plant, in agricultural fields, in the northwestern part of the Har ‘Amasa settlement (Fig. 1). The excavation was opened as a result of the damage caused by infrastructure works carried out by Mekorot, during which two terraces were cut by a backhoe.
Jerusalem, King David Street, A-9145/2021, Irina Novoselsky
Jerusalem, King David Street, A-9145/2021, Irina Novoselsky
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In November 2021, a small salvage excavation was conducted on King David Street in Jerusalem (David Ha-Melech Street; Permit No. A-9145; map ref. 221195–205/631008–18), prior to road construction. The excavation was carried out on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and funded by the Moriah Company, and was directed by A. Novoselsky, with the assistance of K. Arbiv (inspection) and N. Nehama (administration).
Bet Shemesh, The Western Industrial Zone, A-8976/2021, Limor Silas
Bet Shemesh, The Western Industrial Zone, A-8976/2021, Limor Silas
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In March 2021, a salvage excavation was conducted at Lot 9 in the western industrial zone of Bet Shemesh (Permit No. A-8976/2021; Map ref. 196036-468/625575-6333). The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by L. Silas, with the assistance of N. Nehama (administration) and E. Marko (surveying and photogrammetry).
Dabburiya A-7800, Moshe Kahlon
Dabburiya A-7800, Moshe Kahlon
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In September 2016, a trial excavation was conducted in Daburiyya (Permit No. A-7800/2016; map. ref. 234635–66/733442–4635) in advance of planned construction activities. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by M. Kahlon, with the assistance of K. Covello-Paran (scientific supervision), M. Kahan (surveying), Y. Ya'akobi (administration), and laborers from Kafr Manda.
Iksal Village A-7352, Fadi Abu Zedan
Iksal Village A-7352, Fadi Abu Zedan
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In March 2015, a salvage excavation was conducted in the center of the village of Iksal (permit No. A-7352/2015), prior to the construction of a private residence. The excavation, carried out on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by F. Abu Zedan, with the assistance of Y. Ya‘aqobi (administration), R. Liran and R. Mishayev (surveying), Y. Bibas (photography), and K. Kovlo (scientific guidance).
Yavne-Yam, Palmahim Beach A-7342/2015, Yitzhak Mermelstein
Yavne-Yam, Palmahim Beach A-7342/2015, Yitzhak Mermelstein
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In February 2015, a salvage excavation was conducted at Palmahim Beach National Park (Permit No. A-7342; map ref. 171115–48/647859–8259), following the discovery of a pithos (large storage jar). The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by Y. Mermelstein (field photography), with the assistance of Y. Amrani (administration), A. Dagot (GIS), A. Gorzalczany (scientific supervision) and M. Ajami.
Kafr Kanna A-7117, Fadi Abu Zedan
Kafr Kanna A-7117, Fadi Abu Zedan
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
During May 2014, a trial excavation was conducted at Kafr Kanna (Permit No. A-7117/2014), following the discovery of antiquities during the construction of a new road in the Jebel Khuwweikha neighborhood. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by P. Abu Zidan, with the assistance of Y. Yaakobi (administration), R. Mishayev and R. Liran (surveying), Y. Bibas (photography), and laborers from Project 500.