Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Piatra Tomii is a significant archaeological site located near Răcătau village in Alba County, Romania. This late Jurassic limestone outcrop is known for its ancient flint mining activities, predominantly associated with the Chalcolithic to Early Bronze Age period. The site is linked to the Coțofeni culture, with evidence suggesting it played a crucial role in flint extraction and trade across the Mureș Valley. The site primarily contains features of an industrial and craft structure, such as mines, indicating its historical use for flint extraction. Although the majority of artifacts discovered are from the Chalcolithic period, there is potential evidence suggesting earlier Neolithic activity by the Vinča culture. This site offers valuable insights into prehistoric commerce and cultural interactions within the region.
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