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Map of Obsidian Trade

Map of Obsidian Trade

Obsidian was widely traded in prehistory. It was valued for tools and as a commodity that brought prestige for its owner. Because the chemical composition of obsidian varies with its source, artifacts can be traced to their place of origin, allowing archaeologists to reconstruct ancient trade routes and connections.

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