bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Tel Dor – 2006
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Sharon Ilan ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Gilboa Ayelet ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Shalev Yiftah
Published: December 2024

During June-August 2006, the twenty-fourth season of excavations at Dor
was conducted (the fourth season of the new expedition to the site; License
No. G-62/2006). The excavation was undertaken on behalf of the Institute of
Archaeology of the Hebrew University in Jerusalem (HUJ) and the Zinman
Institute of Archaeology of the University of Haifa (HU), in cooperation
with the Weitzmann Institute of Science (WIS), the University of California
at Berkeley (UCB), the University of Washington in Seattle (UW) and the
University of South Africa (UNISA). The excavation season, under the
auspices of the Israel Exploration Society, was funded by the Berman
Institute for Biblical Archaeology, the Zinman Institute of Archaeology, the
UCB, the UW, the Stella and Charles Guttman Foundation, the Roswell family
from Baltimore and an anonymous donor. Additional activities that are
associated with the excavation were funded by the Israel Science Foundation,
the Bikura program of the Israel Science Foundation and the White-Levy
Program for Archaeological Publications. The excavation was directed by I.
Sharon and A. Gilboa, with the assistance of J. Berg (senior field
archaeologist), S.R. Martin (senior registrar), A. Stewart and A. Estes
(Area D1 supervision), R. Karberg and J. Sloan (Area D1 sub-area
supervision), I. Milliken, R. Boehm and D. Dipietro (Area D1 square
supervision), N. Child and R. Chao (Area D1 registration), E. Bloch-Smith
(Area D2 supervision), V. Boshoff, B. Lorentzen and J. Fu (Area D2 square
supervision), A. Pescovitz (Area D2 registration), C. Scheepers, A. Haeim,
T. Goldman and Y. Shalev (Area D5 sub-area supervision), B. Monikandem-Givon
and D. Carlisle (Area D5 registration), S. Weiner and E. Boaretto (heads of
the WIS group), R. Shachak-Gross (micromorphology), A. Behar
(archaeochemistry and archaeometallurgy), N. Raban-Gerstel and L. Sapir-Chen
(archaeozoology), U. Smilansky (archaeomath), A. Karasik (computerized
imaging), S. Matskevich (architectural drafting), R. Linn (conservation), N.
Marom (administration), H. Karesh (photography), R. Gross and H. Ben Bassat
(finds registration and restoration), V. Damov (finds drawing), Y. Farhi
(numismatics) and I. Hirshberg (director of the CONRAD [Ha-Mizgaga] Museum).
Participating in the excavation were volunteers and students from UCB, UW,
UNISA and HU.
Azor
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Torgë Hagit
Published: December 2024

During February 2000 a trial excavation was conducted at Azor (A-3196*;
map ref. NIG 18177-9/65917-9; OIG 13177-9/15917-9), in an area slated for
construction. The excavation, on behalf of the Antiquities Authority, was
directed by H. Torgë, with the assistance of A. Hajian (surveying), T. Sagiv
(photography) A. Pikovsky (find drawing) and G. Bijovsky (numismatics).
Jerusalem, Barlev Road
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Kohn-Tavor Achia
Published: December 2024

During May 2008, a salvage excavation was conducted on Barlev Road
(Highway 1) in Jerusalem, between Ha-Melonot Junction and Shimon Ha-Zadik
Street (Permit No. A-5439; map ref. 22153/63325), prior to the laying of the
light transportation system railway. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of
the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Citipass Company,
was directed by A. Kohn-Tavor, with the assistance of A. Ganon
(administration), M. Kipnis (surveying and drafting) and D. Levy (GPS).
El-Muntar el-Abyad (South)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Atrash Walid
Published: December 2024

During June-July 2006, a salvage excavation was conducted at El-Muntar
el-Abyad (South; Permit No. A-4832; map ref. 246515/710151), after
antiquities were damaged during the installation of a sewer line. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Bet She'an Economic Company, was directed by W. Atrash,
with the assistance of Y. Lavan (administration), A. Hajian (surveying), A.
Shapiro (GPS), H. Smithline (field photography), Y. Kadosh (graphics) and D.
Sandhaus (pottery reading).
Atlit Harbor
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Haggai Arad
Published: December 2024

An underwater excavation was conducted in June and November 2002 at the
Phoenician harbor of 'Atlit (License No. G-53/02; map ref. NIG 1941/7345;
OIG 1441/2345). The excavation, on behalf of the Institute of Maritime
Studies of the University of Haifa, was directed by the late A. Raban and A.
Haggai, assisted by N. Liphschitz (archaeobotany) and E. Buarto (14C
analyses).
Jerusalem, Mount of Olives
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Landes-Nagar Annette
Published: December 2024

During April 2008, a trial excavation was conducted in the Jewish
cemetery on the Mount of Olives (Permit No. A-5405; map ref. 22342/63137),
prior to preparing new areas for interment. The excavation, on behalf of the
Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by A. Nagar, with the assistance
of I. Ohayon (administration), T. Sagiv (field photography), N. Zak
(drafting) and R. Bar-Natan (pottery reading).
Giv‘ati Junction
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Haiman Mordechai
Published: December 2024

During February 2005, an excavation was conducted next to Giv'ati
Junction (Permit No. A-4374; map ref. NIG 168100/617985; OIG 118100/117985),
following the discovery of antiquities during the course of infrastructure
work. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority and underwritten by Bezeq, was directed by M. Haiman (field
photography), with the assistance of A. Hajian (surveying) and A. Dodin
(pottery drawing).
Ramat Yishay
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Atrash Walid
Published: December 2024

During October 2006, a trial excavation was conducted on Ha-Oren Street
in Ramat Yishay (Permit No. A-4919; map ref. 21551/73407), prior to
construction. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority and underwritten by Mr. A. Oshorowitz, was directed by W. Atrash,
with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi and Y. Lavan (administration), A. Hajian
(surveying), A. Shapiro (GPS), H. Smithline (field photography) and D.
Sandhouse-Re'em (pottery reading).
Kafr Yasif (B)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Raya Rafeh
Published: December 2024

During February 2006, a salvage excavation was conducted in Kafr Yasif
(Permit No. A-4901; map ref. 21571-2/76210-2). The excavation, on behalf of
the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by R. Abu Raya (surveying),
with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), H. Smithline (field
photography), E. Belashov (drafting), H. Tahan (drawing) and D.T. Ariel
(numismatics).
Yafo
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Talmi Limor
Published: December 2024

During November 2007, a salvage excavation was conducted in the
Sarayabuilding in Yafo (Jaffa; Permit No. A-5280; map ref.
177155-70/662529-49), prior to restoring its façade from the end
of the Ottoman period. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Mishlama Le-Yafo, was directed
by L. Talmi, with the assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam (administration), D.
Porotzky (surveying and drafting), T. Sagiv (field photography), A. de
Vincenz and P. Gendelman (ceramics), M. Shuiskaya (drawing) and A. Zivand Y.
Arbel (consultation).
Ḥorbat Tafat
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Oren Eliran
Published: December 2024

During May 2008, a salvage excavation was conducted at Horbat Tafat
(Permit No. A-5434; map ref. 193567-73/722661-7) after remains of the
ancient aqueduct to Dor were damaged during the installation of a gas
pipeline. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority and underwritten by the Israel Electric Company, was directed by
E. Oren (photography), with the assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam
(administration) and R. Mishayev (surveying and drafting).
Ramat Yishay
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Hanna Butros
Published: December 2024

During November-December 2006 and January 2007 a salvage excavation was
conducted at Ramat Yishay (Permit No. A-4946; map ref. 21612-8/73458-63),
prior to construction. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Yesodot Ha-'Emeq Company,
Ltd., was directed by B. Hanna (photography), with the assistance of Y.
Ya'aqobi (administration), A. Hajian and V. Essman (surveying and drafting),
H. Smithline (field photography) and E.J. Stern (ceramics).
Shuqayif, Survey
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Zingboym Oren
Published: December 2024

During July 2008, a survey preceding development was conducted in and
around Tell of Shuqayif (Survey License No. S-49/2008; map ref.
26335-80/75115-51), prior to development. The survey, undertaken on behalf
of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Mother Earth
Recreation Village, was carried out by O. Zingboym and Z. Daniel, with the
assistance of the Golan Regional Council (GPS) and the Orthophoto Company
(aerial photography).
Ḥorbat Kelaḥ
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Spivak Polina
Published: December 2024

During November 2007, a trial excavation was conducted within the
limits of H. Kelah (Permit No. A-5297; map ref. 19843-58/64792-812), prior
to the development in the industrial zone of Modi'in. The excavation, on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by P. Spivak, with
the assistance of N. Gubenko (area supervision), E. Bachar (administration),
M. Kunin (surveying), A. Dagot (GPS) and T. Sagiv (field photography).
Maghar
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Jaffe Gilad Bezal’el
Published: December 2024

During November 2007, a salvage excavation was conducted in the center
of the village (Permit No. A-5288; map ref. 23842-7/75505-7), following
damage to ancient remains during construction. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the
contractor, was directed by G.B. Jaffe, with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi
(administration), R. Mishayev and T. Meltsen (surveying), M. Hartal (field
photography, scientific guidance and ceramics), D. Avshalom-Gorni
(ceramics), H. Tahan (pottery drawing) and laborers from the village.
Naḥal Rishpon
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Milevski Ianir
Published: December 2024

During July-August 2007, a trial excavation was conducted at the site
(Permit No. A-5205; map ref. 18549-57/68096-103), prior to the construction
of a bridge over the railroad track. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of
the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Israel Railroad
Authority, was directed by I. Milevski, with the assistance of E. Bachar and
S. Ya'aqov-Jam (administration), R. Mishayev (surveying and drafting), A.
Dagot (GPS), D. Masarwa (preliminary inspections), Y. Rapuano (ceramics), C.
Hersch (find drawing), A. 'Azab and T. Kanias (Central District) and
laborers from Umm el-Fahm.
Dabburiya
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Daniel Zohar
Published: December 2024

During December 2006, a trial excavation was conducted at Dabburiya
(Permit No. A-4967; map ref. 23581-4/73345-7), prior to construction. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by T. Khaled, was directed by Z. Daniel, with the assistance of
Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), V. Essman and V. Pirsky (surveying and
drafting), H. Smithline (field photography), M. Zou'abi (preliminary
inspections), G. Beiner (metallurgical laboratory), C. Amit (studio
photography), H. Tahan (pottery drawing) and local laborers.
Ḥorbat Bene Beraq
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Shadman Amit
Published: December 2024

During October-November 2005, a trial excavation was conducted next to
the Messubim Junction, within the precincts of ancient Bene Beraq (Permit
No. A-4617; map ref. 18380-400/66025-80), prior to the installation of a
water pipeline. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Department of Public Works,
was directed by A. Shadman.
Aḥihud
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Tahan-Rosen Hagit
Published: December 2024

During March 2007, a salvage excavation was conducted north of Ahihud
and the 'Akko-Karmi'el road (Permit No. A-5070; map ref. 21683/75746), prior
to the construction of a railroad track. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Israel
Railroad Authority, was directed by H. Tahan (drafting and drawing of
artifacts), with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), H.
Smithline (field photography) and a team of excavators from the Israel
Antiquities Authority.
Meṭula
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Jaffe Gilad Bezal’el
Published: December 2024

During July 2007, a salvage excavation was conducted south of Metula
(Permit No. A-5183; map ref. 254297-320/797724-61), in the wake of damage to
ancient remains while building a retaining wall for a road. The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by
the Metula Local Council, was directed by G.B. Jaffe, with the assistance of
Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), R. Mishayev (surveying and drafting), A.
Shapiro (GPS), A. Mokary (safety measures), M. Hartal (scientific guidance,
photography and pottery reading) and H. Tahan (pottery drawings). Further
assistance was rendered by D. Avshalom-Gorni and E. Bron.
Shoham
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Segal Orit
Published: December 2024

During March 2007, a salvage excavation was conducted at 46 Qedem
Street in Shoham (Permit No. A-5066; map ref. 195416-50/655548-66), after
ancient remains were discovered while preparing a lot for construction. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the property owner, Mr. Z. Amasis, was directed by O. Segal,
with the assistance of E. Bachar (administration), A. Hajian (surveying and
drafting), L. Yihye (GPS), T. Sagiv (field photography) and M. Shuiskaya
(pottery drawing).
‘En Yahav, Survey
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Shmueli Oren
Published: December 2024

During September 2007, a survey prior to development was conducted west
of Moshav 'En Yahav in the central 'Arava (Permit No. A-5233; map ref.
2214-7/5067-70), prior to the construction of a residential neighborhood.
The survey, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by Moshav 'En Yahav, was performed by O. Shmueli and E.
Aladjem, with the assistance of S. Gal (GIS).
Naḥal Niẓẓana, Site II
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Khalaily Hamudi ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Milevski Ianir
Published: December 2024

During January 2003, a salvage excavation was conducted west of Nahal
Nizzana Site II in the Western Negev (Permit No. A-3765; map ref.
14330-80/53775-85), prior to the construction of a new settlement. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Western Negev Regional Council, was directed by H.
Khalaily and I. Milevski, with the assistance of A. Dubovska (map), L.
Zieger (drawing of flint tools), T. Erikson-Gini and Y. Lender.
Tel Halif– 2009
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Borowski Oded
Published: December 2024

During June-July 2009, the third field season of the Lahav Research
Project, Phase IV was conducted at Tel Halif ((License No. G-3/2009; map
ref. 187/587-8; HA-ESI 120, Fig. 1). The excavation, on behalf of Emory
University and the Cobb Institute of Archaeology at Mississippi State
University, was directed by O. Borowski (field photography) of Emory
University, with the assistance of J.W. Hardin (Cobb Institute; field
supervisor), N. Bierling (Phoenix Data Systems; area supervisor), E.
Hawksley(Cardiff University/Oxford Archaeology; area supervisor), T. Frank
(LRP; area supervisor), B. Burnworth (Cobb Institute; area supervision in
training), G. Friend (University of New Mexico/Gallup; laboratory management
and registration), J. Rosenberg (AIAR; surveying) and D. Kerges (Cobb
Institute; technical drawing). Students from Emory University and the Cobb
Institute of Archaeology, as well as volunteers, participated in a very
successful season. Additional support was provided by the Michael C. Carlos
Museum of Emory University, the W.F. Albright Institute of Archaeological
Research in Jerusalem, the Joe Alon Center at Qibbuz Lahav and individual
donors. Special thanks are due to Qibbuz Lahav for its hospitality by
providing accommodations and other services and to A. Navon who served as
liaison with the Qibbuz.
Tel Aviv, Ramat Aviv Gimel
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, van den Brink Edwin C.M. ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Ackermann Oren
Published: December 2024

During November 2007, a trial excavation was conducted in the west part
of a kurkar ridge in the Ramat Aviv Gimel neighborhood of Tel Aviv (Permit
No. A-5294; map ref. 180992-1105/670248-351), prior to construction. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Gimel el Ha-Mayim and Ahuzot Ha-Hof Companies, was
directed by E.C.M. van den Brink, with the assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam
(administration), A. Hajian (surveying), T. Sagiv (field photography) and O.
Ackermann (geomorphology). In addition, analysis of fraction-size
distribution was conducted at the Field Service Laboratory of the regional
agriculture research center in Zemah, in the Jordan valley.
Ḥorbat Mesar
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Massarwa Abdallah
Published: December 2024

During May 2006, a salvage excavation was conducted along the
northwestern slope of the hill where the village is situated (Permit No.
A-4787; map ref. 204159–80/705808–21), prior to development. The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by
Mr. M. Amarna, was directed by A. Massarwa, with the assistance of E. Bachar
(administration), T. Kornfeld (surveying and drafting), T. Sagiv (field
photography), P. Gendelman (pottery reading), M. Shuiskaya (pottery
drawings) and M. Peilstöcker (scientific guidance).
Jerusalem, Naḥal Soreq
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Landes-Nagar Annette
Published: December 2024

During August 2008, a salvage excavation was conducted in Nahal Soreq
(Permit No. A-5495; map ref. 21899/63684), prior to the construction of the
separation fence. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Ministry of Defense, was
directed by A. Nagar, with the assistance of Y. Ohayon and E. Bachar
(administration), M. Kipnis (surveying) and I. Berin (drafting).
Tel Yehud
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Segal Orit
Published: December 2024

In August 2010, a trial excavation was conducted on Zvi Yishay Street
in Yehud, along the northeastern fringes of Tel Yehud (Permit No. A-5996;
map ref. 189737-865/659895-952), prior to construction. The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and financed by the
A. Dori Company, was directed by O. Segal, with the assistance of R.
Abu-Halaf (administration), M. Kunin and T. Kornfeld (surveying and
drafting), A. Peretz (field photography), P. Gendelman (ceramics), M.
Shuiskaya (pottery drawing), G. Bijovsky (numismatics) and A. Abukasis.
Ramla
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Torgë Hagit ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Toueg Ron
Published: December 2024

In January 2012, a salvage excavation was conducted in Ramla (Permit
No. A-6378; map ref. 187197-293/648053-168; Fig. 1), prior to the
construction of a shopping mall parking lot. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and financed by the Azrieli
Group, was directed by R. Toueg, with the assistance of H. Torgë (Area A
supervision and ceramics), Y. Elisha (Area B supervision and assistance in
supervising Area A), G. Itah (Area C supervision), Y. Amrani and E. Bachar
(administration), M. Kunin, A. Hajian and M. Kahan (surveying and drafting),
C. Ben-Ari (GPS), A. Peretz (field photography), N. Katsnelson (glass), J.
Bukengolts (encrustation cleaning and pottery restoration), M. Shuiskaya
(drawing), C. Amit (studio photography), N. Amitai-Preiss (inscriptions), A.
Cohen-Weinberger (petrography) and N. Zak (plans).
Ramla, Shalom Aleichem Street
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Eshed Vered
Published: December 2024

In January 2012, a salvage excavation was conducted at 17 Shalom
Aleichem Street in Ramla (Permit No. A-6400; map ref. 187439-64/649022-44),
prior to construction. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and financed by the Ramla municipality, was directed
by V. Eshed (photography), with the assistance of Y. Amrani
(administration), R. Mishayev (surveying and drafting), H. Torgë (ceramics)
and M. Shuiskaya (pottery drawing).
Be’er Sheva‘, Railroad Station
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Nikolsky Vlada
Published: December 2024

In October-November 2010, a trial excavation was conducted in the Be'er
Sheva' railroad station (Permit No. A-6006; map ref. 182095-152/574460-97),
prior to widening the service tracks of the Israel Railways. The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and financed by the
Israel Railways, was directed by V. Nikolsky-Carmel, with the assistance of
A. Krokhmalnik (area supervision), A. Hajian and M. Kunin (surveying and
drafting), Y. Al-'Amor (administration), E. Belashov (drafting), I.
Lidski-Reznikov (pottery drawing), A. Peretz (photography), Sky View Company
(aerial photography) and laborers from Rahat and Tell Sheva'.
Netanya, Ben-‘Ami Neighborhood
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Masarwa Durar
Published: December 2024

In April-May 2013, a salvage excavation was conducted at the Umm Khalid
site in the Ben-'Ami neighborhood of Netanya (Permit No. A-6766; map ref.
187532-66/692760-89; Fig. 1), after ancient remains were damaged during the
installation of a drainage pipe. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the
Israel Antiquities Authority and financed by the Netanya municipality, was
directed by D. Masarwa, with the assistance of Y. Amrani (administration),
C. Ben-Ari (GPS), R. Mishayev and M. Kahan (surveying and drafting), A.
Peretz (field photography), Y. Arbel (scientific consultation), P. Gendelman
(ceramics), M. Shuiskaya (pottery drawing), B. Ouahnouna and Y. Gorin-Rosen
(glass; see Appendix), A. Ganor-Vernay (glass restoration), C. Hersch (glass
drawing) and C. Amit (studio photography).
Tel Mevorakh: Iron Age IIB, Persian and Roman-Period Remains (Hebrew;
English summary)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Shadman Amit
Published: December 2024

In April 2006 and throughout 2009, three excavations seasons were
conducted at Tel Mevorakh (Permits Nos. A-4741, A-5601, A-5641; map ref.
193450-550/715500-600). The excavations, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority, were directed by A. Shadman. The remains date to the
Iron Age IIB, the Persian and the Roman periods, including a segment of the
High Aqueduct to Caesarea. Orit Segal studied the ceramic finds.
Ashqelon, Afridar Area E2
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Golani Amir ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Paran Nir-Shimshon
Published: December 2024

In April and May 2011, a salvage excavation was undertaken near the
marina of Ashqelon, in Building Lot 4 (Permit No. A-6151; map ref.
157977-8079/620709-812), prior to development. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and financed by the Afridar
company, was directed by A. Golani and N.S. Paran, with the assistance of Y.
el-'Amur and R. Abu-Halef (administration), V. Essman and Y. Shmidov
(surveying), Y. Nagar (physical anthropology), A. Peretz (field
photography), E. Kamaiski and A. Fadida (ceramic restoration) and I.
Lidsky-Reznikov (artifact drawing), A. Boaretto and J. Regev (14C analysis),
as well as S. Talis and Y. Israel (district and regional archaeologists).
Ashqelon, Afridar Area N
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Golani Amir
Published: December 2024

During May-June 2012, a salvage excavation was undertaken near the
marina of Ashqelon, in building lot 52, prior to development (Permit No.
A-6504; map ref. 158083-169/620593-715). The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, and underwritten by Gadi Sadot
Enterprises and Projects Ltd., was directed by A. Golani, with the
assistance of Y. el-'Amur (administration), V. Essman and Y. Shmidov
(surveying), Y. Yolovich (field photography), E. Kamaisky and A. Fadida
(ceramic restoration and conservation), I. Lidsky-Reznikov (artifact
drawing), J. Regev (14C analysis), N.S. Paran (antiquities inspector), as
well as S. Ganor and Y. Israel (regional and district archaeologists).
Khirbat el-Keik
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Kogan-Zehavi Elena
Published: December 2024

In June 2009, a salvage excavation was conducted at Khirbat el-Keik in
Ramat Bet Shemesh (Permit No. A-6814; map ref. 199688-749/624295-342), after
mechanical equipment damaged ancient remains. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and financed by the Nahal
Yehoshua Association, was directed by E. Kogan-Zehavi, with the assistance
of N. Nahama (administration), M. Kunin (surveying), N. Zak (drafting) and
I. Lidski-Reznikov (pottery drawing).
Ramla, Hannah Senesh Street
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Toueg Ron
Published: December 2024

In March 2013, a salvage excavation was conducted in a lot at the
corner of Har'el and Hannah Senesh Streets in Ramla (Permit No. A-6734; map
ref. 18804-7/64851-3), prior to construction. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and financed by Mr. Jamal, the
owner of the plot, was directed by R. Toeug, with the assistance of Y.
Amrani (administration), M. Kunin (surveying), A. Peretz (photography), N.
Zak (drafting) and M. Shuiskaya (pottery drawing).
‘Akko
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Raya Rafeh
Published: December 2024

In September 2012, a salvage excavation was conducted on Trumpeldor
Street in 'Akko (Permit No. A-6587; map ref. 207068-92/759083-108), prior to
construction. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority,
was directed by R. Abu Raya, with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi
(administration), R. Mishayev and M. Cohen (surveying and drafting), A.
Shapiro (GPS), E. Stern (pottery reading), G. Finkielsztejn (identification
of Rhodian handles), A. Rosenstein (metallurgical laboratory), as well as E.
Stern and W. Atrash.
‘Enot Nisanit (Ha-Yogev Junction)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Dalali-Amos Edna
Published: December 2024

In March 2012, an excavation was conducted at Ha-Yogev Junction (Permit
No. A-6445; map ref. 217171-699/721924-2529), prior to installing a
wastewater pipeline. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and financed by the Mekorot Company, was directed by
E. Dalali-Amos, with the assistance of W. Atrash (scientific guidance), K.
Covello-Paran (consultation), Y. Lavan (administration), H. Tahan-Rosen
(pottery drawing) and Y. Bibas (pottery photographs).
Khirbat el-Waziya
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Distelfeld Nir ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Klein Eitan
Published: December 2024

In July 2012 a plastered, rock-hewn subterranean installation was
documented at Khirbat el-Waziya in the western Galilee (map ref.
218282/759729), in the wake of a routine inspection by the Unit for the
Prevention of Antiquities Robbery of the Israel Antiquities Authority. The
documentation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was
carried out by E. Klein and N. Distenfeld (photography and surveying) with
the assistance of A. Klein.
Ramat Yishay (B)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Hanna Butros
Published: December 2024

In March-April 2010, a salvage excavation was conducted at Ramat Yishay
(Permit No. A-5876; map ref. 216200-35/734580-640), in an area slated for
construction of a residential building. The excavation, undertaken on behalf
of the Israel Antiquities Authority and financed by the contractor B.
Robert, was directed by B. Hanna (photography), with the assistance of A.
Najar (area supervision), Y. Lavan (administration), E. Amos and R. Mishayev
(surveying), H. Tahan-Rosen (pottery drawing) and laborers from Wadi 'Ara.
‘Evron
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Raya Rafeh
Published: December 2024

In May 2013, an excavation was conducted in the fields east of Kibbutz
'Evron (Permit No. A-6803; map ref. 210873-9/766706-15), following the
discovery of a section of an aqueduct along the route of the main water line
leading to the southern neighborhoods of Nahariya (Fig. 1). The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and financed by the
Mekorot Company, was directed by R. Abu Raya (photography), with the
assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), R. Mishayev and M. Kahan
(surveying) and A. Shapiro (GPS).
Giv‘at Mashav
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Nagorsky Alla
Published: December 2024

During December 2006, an archaeological survey was conducted at Khirbat
Zunuqla, at the foot of Giv'at Mashav (Permit No. A-4984; map ref.
20736-73/63428-53). The survey, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by Mr. Y. Shoshani, was performed by
A. Nagorsky, D. Ein-Mor and M. Birkenfeld, with the assistance of L. Barda
and D. Levy (GPS).
Ḥorbat Nekhes
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Sion Ofer
Published: December 2024

During July 2007, a salvage excavation was conducted west of Modi'in
(Permit No. A-5479; map ref. 19627/64407; Fig. 1), prior to the construction
of a gas station. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by Netive Haqama Ltd., was directed
by O. Sion (photography), with the assistance of M. Kunin (surveying), H.
Ben-Ari (preliminary inspections), E. Belashov (drafting), Y. Rapuano and A.
de Groot (pottery) and C. Hersch (drawing).
Har ‘Amasa, Survey
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Shmueli Oren
Published: December 2024

During June 2007, a survey preceding development was conducted in the
Yattir region, in an area designated for the expansion of Qibbuz Har 'Amasa
(Permit No. A-5244; map ref. 2088-98/5829-38). The survey, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by Qibbuz Har
'Amasa, was performed by O. Shmueli, Y. Haimi and R. Zecharia, with the
assistance of S. Gal (GIS).
Jerusalem, Giv‘ati Parking Lot
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Tchekhanovets Yana ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Ben-Ami Doron
Published: December 2024

From February to December 2008 and January to October 2009, excavations
were conducted in the northwestern quarter of the City of David parking lot
(Giv'ati Parking Lot; Permit Nos. A-5337, A-5569). The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by
the El'ad Association, was directed by D. Ben-Ami and Y. Tchehanovets, with
the assistance of N. Ben-Ephraim, A. Zilberstein, D. Gottreich, A. Shatil,
M. Krakovsky, S. Bachar, D. Tan'ami and F. Corbin (area supervision), V.
Essman, M. Kunin and M. Kipnis (surveying and drafting), T. Sagiv and A.
Peretz (field photography), Skyview Company (aerial photography), N. Zak
(drafting), C. Amit (studio photography), D.T. Ariel and G. Bijovsky
(numismatics) and the personnel of the Artifacts Treatment Department (IAA).
Students from the Institute of Archaeology of the Hebrew University of
Jerusalem and other academic institutions, as well as volunteers from
abroad, took part in the renewed excavations.
Kafr Bara
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Fana Mohammed
Published: December 2024

During November 2001, a salvage excavation was conducted along the
eastern fringes of Kafr Bara (Permit No. A-3526 map ref. 19768-97/67066-79),
prior to preparing infrastructure for the installation of an electric grid.
The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed
by M. Abu Fana, with the assistance of V. Essman and V. Pirsky (surveying
and drafting) and M. Shuiskaya (pottery drawing).
Khirbat Beit Kufa
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Fana Mohammed
Published: December 2024

During January 2002, a salvage excavation was conducted at Khirbat Beit
Kufa (Permit No. A-3578; map ref. 196296-361/653308-95), in the wake of
development work along the Cross-Israel Highway. The excavation, on behalf
of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by M. Abu Fana, with the
assistance of A. Hajian (surveying), T. Sagiv (field photography) and M.
Shuiskaya (pottery drawing).
Tel Bet Yeraḥ
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Greenberg Raphael
Published: December 2024

During June 2003 a season of cleaning, surveying, and excavation was
conducted in the 'Circles Building' at Tel Bet Yerah (G-18/03; map ref. NIG
2539/7360; OIG 2039/2360). The excavation, on behalf of the Institute of
Archaeology at Tel Aviv University and aided by the Nature and National
Parks Authority, was directed by R. Greenberg, with the assistance of S.
Paz, Y. Paz and M. Isserlis (field supervison), D. Porotzky (surveying). J.
Amsalem (ecofact retrieval), and workmen from the nearby National Parks.
Additional partners in the research include A.M. Rosen (sediment analysis),
L.K. Horwitz (archaeozoology), N. Liphschitz (archaeobotany), and R.
Shimmelmitz (lithics). The study of the 'Circles Building' is undertaken
with the assistance of an Israel Science Fund grant; fieldwork was made
possible by an additional grant from the TAU internal fund.
Horbat Lufit
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Talis Svetlana
Published: December 2024

During September-October 2006, a trial excavation was conducted at the
Horbat Lufit (Permit No. A-4869; map ref. 184186-405/623976-4143), following
the discovery of archaeological remains prior to laying gas pipes.The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Israel Natural Gas Line Company, was directed by S.
Talis, with the assistance of H. Lavi (administration), A. Hajian
(surveying), T. Sagiv (field photography), E. Belashov (drafting), O. Shorr
(pottery restoration), C. Amit (studio photography) and C. Hersch (drawing
of finds).
Tiberias, the Roman Theater
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Atrash Walid
Published: December 2024

During January-September 2009, the first phase of excavations in the
Roman theater of Tiberias was conducted (Permit No. A-5583; map ref.
25119-316/742181-318), in the wake of tourism development. The project of
unearthing the theater was initiated by the former Prime Minister, Mr. Ehud
Olmert and the theater was named in honor of the first director of the
Israel Antiquities Authority, Major General Amir Drori (res.). The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the government of Israel, was directed by W. Atrash and A.
Hilman, with the assistance of O. Zeidan (area supervision), Y. Ya'aqobi
(administration), R. Mishayev and Y. Nemichnitzer (surveying), the Skyview
Company (aerial photography), H. Abu-'Uqsa (ceramics), L. Porat (pottery
restoration), T. Meltsen (drawing of architectural elements), E. Amos
(documentation of architectural artifacts) and Y. Gorin-Rosen (glass).
Zanoaḥ, Quarry Survey
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Betzer Pablo
Published: December 2024

During August 2008, an archaeological survey was conducted in the Zanoah
Quarry (License S-44/2008; map ref. 20230-300/62450-503), prior to enlarging
it. The survey, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was performed
by P. Betzer and G. Solimany, with the assistance of N. Zak (drafting).
Fassuṭa
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Bron Hendrik (Enno)
Published: December 2024

During December 2007, a trial excavation was conducted at the village
of Fassuta (Permit No. A-5310; map ref. 229126-144/772891-909), in the wake
of building a new house. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquity
Authority and underwritten by the property owner, was directed by H. Bron,
with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), T. Melzen (surveying
and drafting), L. Porat (pottery restoration), H. Tahan (pottery drawing)
and D. Syon (numismatics).
Shelomi
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Raya Rafeh
Published: December 2024

During March-April 2008, a salvage excavation was conducted at Khirbat
el-Bassa in the center of Shlomi and east of the new council building
(Permit No. A-5414; map ref. 213962-78/775730-57), prior to construction.
The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Shelomi municipality, was directed by R. Abu Raya
(surveying), with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), H.
Smithline (field photography), E.J. Stern (pottery reading), H. Tahan
(pottery drawing) and D. Syon and D.T. Ariel (numismatics).
Tel Kison
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Raya Rafeh ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Porat Leea
Published: December 2024

During April-May 2005, a trial excavation was conducted northwest of
Tel Kison (Permit No. A-4783; map ref. 2143-5/7533-7), after archaeological
remains were damaged while digging a trench. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Tamra
municipality, was directed by R. Abu Raya and L. Porat, with the assistance
of Y. Ya'aqobi and Y. Lavan (administration), V. Essman and V. Pirsky
(surveying), A. Shapiro (GPS), T. Sagiv (field photography), I Roll and E.
Bar-On (identification of Roman road), G. Beiner (metallurgical laboratory),
H. Smithline and C. Amit (studio photography), H. Tahan (pottery drawing),
N. Getzov (flint artifacts), M. Smilanski (flint drawing), D. Syon
(numismatics) and G. Finkielsztejn (amphorae identification).
Ramat Yishay
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Porat Leea ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Hanna Butros
Published: December 2024

During March 2007, a trial excavation was conducted in Ramat Yishay
(Permit No. A-5067; map ref. 215985-6019/734463-503), prior to the
construction of residential buildings. The excavation, undertaken on behalf
of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the contractor, S.
Barazni, was directed by L. Porat, with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi
(administration), A. Hajian (surveying) and H. Smithline (field
photography).
Kafr Yasif (A)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Syon Danny ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Raya Rafeh ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Gorin-Rosen Yael
Published: December 2024

During February 2004, a salvage excavation was conducted in the center
of Kafr Yasif, near the southern side of the hallowed compound named for
A-Nabi Al-Hader (the prophet Elijah; Permit No. A-4096; map ref.
21584-8/76190-6), after a bulldozer damaged archaeological remains. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the contractor, was directed by R. Abu Raya, with the
assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), H. Tahan (drawing), Y.
Gorin-Rosen (glass) and D. Syon (numismatics).
Ashqelon
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Toueg Ron
Published: December 2024

During August and October 1998, a salvage excavation was conducted at a
number of sites along the southern part of Delilah Beach in Ashqelon
(License No. B-131/1998; map ref. 158375-668/621462-625), prior to the
construction of a promenade. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of AES,
under the auspices of the Center for Maritime Studies of the University of
Haifa, and underwritten by the Ashqelon Economic Company, was directed by R.
Toueg, with the assistance of Z. Keinan (surveying) and D. Lipkonsky
(administration).
Mesillot
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Atrash Walid
Published: December 2024

During March-April 2008, a salvage excavation was conducted south of
Highway 6667 (Permit No. A-5394; map ref. 24572-605/71166-72), in the wake
of damage to antiquities during the installation of a water-pipe line. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Afikey Mayim Company, was directed by W. Atrash (field
photography), with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), T.
Kornfeld (surveying), A. Shapiro (GPS), H. Smithline (studio photography),
H. Abu-'Uqsa (ceramics) and H. Tahan (pottery drawing).
Ẓippori (Southeast)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Porat Leea
Published: December 2024

During February-March 2007 and February-April 2008, a salvage
excavation was conducted in Moshav Zippori (Permit No. A-5362; map ref.
2264-6/7389-90), prior to the construction of a swimming pool. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Moshav, was directed by L. Porat, with the assistance of
Y. Ya'aqobi and Y. Lavan (administration), A. Hajian, R. Mishayev and T.
Meltsen (surveying and drafting), A. Shapiro (GPS), H. Smithline (field
photography), Skyview Company (aerial photography), A. Najar (preliminary
inspections) and laborers from Kafr Manda and from a manpower agency.
Ramat Yishay
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Daniel Zohar
Published: December 2024

During May-June 2006, a trial excavation was conducted at the site
(Permit No. A-4805; map ref. 21647/73491), prior to construction. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by D. Simcha, was directed by Z. Daniel, with the assistance of
V. Essman and V. Pirsky (surveying and drafting), A. Shapiro (GPS and
geological consultation), H. Smithline (field photography), F. Abu Ziad
(preliminary inspections), L. Kupershmidt (metallurgical laboratory), N.
Getzov (pottery reading), H. Tahan (drawing), Y. Gorin-Rosen (glass), D.T.
Ariel (numismatics), I. Ktalav (archaeomolucology) and laborers from Yafia'.
Ramat Yishay (South)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Hanna Butros
Published: December 2024

During October-November 2007, a trial excavation was conducted on
Ha-Oren Street in Ramat Yishay (Permit No. A-5274; map ref.
21541-7/73413-7), prior to the construction of a residential building.The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by Yesodot Ha-'Emeq Company, Ltd., was directed by B. Hanna,
with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), T. Meltsen and R.
Mishayev (surveying) and H. Smithline (field photography).
Ha-ma‘apil
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Segal Orit
Published: December 2024

During February and May 2008 and January 2010, two excavations were
conducted within the precincts of the designated antiquities site Ha-ma'apil
(Permit Nos. A-5424 [Area A], A-5800 [Area B]; map ref. 19887-8/69858-9),
prior to construction. The excavations, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Qibbuz, were directed by O.
Segal, with the assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam (administration), A. Hajian and
A. Re'em (surveying), N. Zak and E. Belashov (drafting) and T. Sagiv and A.
'Azab (field photography).
Ḥorbat Tittora (West) (A)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Kogan-Zehavi Elena
Published: December 2024

During March–April 2000 an excavation was conducted at Horbat Tittora
(West) (Permit No. A-3211; map ref. NIG 19520–20030/64520–950; OIG
14520–5030/14520–950), continuing the extensive excavation that had
previously taken place there (HA-ESI 117). The excavation, on behalf of the
Antiquities Authority and financed by the Ministry of Construction and
Housing, was directed by E. Kogan-Zehavi, with the assistance of H. Torgë
(area supervison), R. Abu-Halaf (administration), A Hajian (surveying), T
Sagiv (photography), L. Barda (GPS system) and H. Khalaily (flint tool
analysis).
Nahal Pehar
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Nikolsky Vlada
Published: December 2024

During December 2006, a salvage excavation was conducted at Lehavim
(Permit No. A-4979; map ref. 18133-42/58653-68), prior to expansion. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Industrial Buildings Corporation, Ltd., was directed by
V. Nikolsky-Carmel, with the assistance of S. Gendler (area supervision), H.
Lavi (administration), V. Essman (surveying), T. Sagiv (field photography),
T. Kornfeld (drafting), I. Lidski-Reznikov (pottery drawing) and F. Sonntag
and N.S. Paran.
Mazzuva
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Shadman Amit
Published: December 2024

During June 2007, a trial excavation was conducted at Qibbuz Mazzuva
(Permit No. A-5158; map ref. 215239-52/774048-63), after rock-cuttings were
discovered during development work. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority, was directed by A. Shadman, with the assistance of Y.
Ya'aqobi (administration), T. Meltsen and R. Mishayev (surveying and
drafting) and D. Syon (field photography).
Ben Shemen
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Glick Alexander
Published: December 2024

During August 2001 a trial excavation (10 × 10 m) was conducted 300 m to
the east of the Ben-Shemen interchange (Permit No. A-3485*; map ref. NIG
1942/6446; OIG 1442/1446) prior to setting an electric pole. A rectangular
hewn opening in the kirton bedrock, blocked with a stone, was discovered. An
elliptical shaft (c. 0.6 × 0.9 m) led down from the opening to a rock-cut,
bell-shaped pit (diam. c. 2 m), which was empty, devoid of potsherds or
plaster and its floor was covered with stone chips. The location of the
electric pole was changed and the pit was not excavated. It may have been an
incomplete grain silo, or alternatively, part of a hiding complex.
Ḥorbat Ma‘on
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Nikolsky Vlada
Published: December 2024

During April 2006, an excavation was conducted in the ancient synagogue
of Ma'on-Nirim (Permit No. A-4777; map ref. 14371-6/58215-20), prior to
conservation work. The work, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority and underwritten by the Jewish National Fund, was directed by V.
Nikolsky-Carmel, with the assistance of V. Pirsky (surveying and drafting)
and laborers from the JNF.
Eshta’ol
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Freikman Michael
Published: December 2024

During March-May 2007, a salvage excavation was conducted at the site
(Permit No. A-5088; map ref. 2011-4/6316-9), prior to widening the Eshta'ol
Junction. The work, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was
directed by M. Freikman, with the assistance of D. Porotsky(surveying) and
T. Sagiv (field photography).