One of the oldest methods of dating things is based on where they are found in relation to other objects. In this thread I would for us to discuss the merits and limitations in positional dating.
It is hoped that those who have a position, either in support of, or attempting to refute, positional dating will participate. It is intended as a step by step analysis of positional dating where each step is fully discussed and a concensus is achieved about each step before going forward.
The first issue relates to a basic assumption. Does everyone agree that if an object is found in a relative undisturbed site, that the object must be younger that what lies on top of it?
{Per message 5, jar has corrected the previous paragraph to "The first issue relates to a basic assumption. Does everyone agree that if an object is found in a relative undisturbed site, that the object must be
older than what lies on top of it?" - Adminnemooseus}
This message has been edited by Adminnemooseus, 06-01-2004 04:10 PM
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