bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Ono
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Sion Ofer ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Rapuano Yehudah ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Kool Robert
Published: December 2024

During August-September 2007, a salvage excavation was conducted in the
Newe Rabin neighborhood of Or Yehuda (Permit No. A-5224; map ref.
18775/65923; Fig. 1), prior to the paving of Highway 110. The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by
Yahel Engineers Ltd., was directed by O. Sion, with the assistance of Y.
Rapuano and M. Cho (area supervision), R. Mishayev and T. Meltsen
(surveying), T. Sagiv (field photography), E. Belashov (drafting), L.
Kupershmidt (metallurgical laboratory), C. Amit (studio photography), Y.
Rapuano (ceramics), I. Lidski (pottery drawing) and R. Kool (numismatics).
Kefar Sava, En-Nabi Yamin
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Bouchenino Aviva
Published: December 2024

During August 2001 and March-April 2003, two trial excavations were
conducted at the site of en-Nabi Yamin (Permit No. A-3478; map ref.
19480-515/67600-35; Permit No. A-3872; map ref. 1950-2/6761-4), in the wake
of exposing ancient remains during infrastructure work. The excavations,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by
the Israel Electric Company and the Department of Public Works, were
directed by S. Ayyub (Permit No. A-3478) and N. Velednizki and V. Shlomi
(Permit No. A-3872), with the assistance of R. Abu-Halaf (administration ),
V. Essman and V. Pirsky (surveying and drafting), T. Sagiv (field
photography), I. Berin and E. Belashov (drafting), L. Kupershmidt
(metallurgical laboratory), C. Amit (studio photography), E. Kamaisky and O.
Shorr (restoration), M. Shuiskaya (pottery drawing), Y. Gorin-Rosen (glass),
R. Kool (numismatics) and E. Ayalon (scientific guidance).
Caesarea Sand Dunes (South)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Oren Eliran
Published: December 2024

During November-December 2006, a trial excavation was conducted at the
site (Permit No. A-4953; map ref. 190201-22/707964-72), after mechanical
equipment damaged ancient remains. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of
the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Israel Natural Gas
Lines Company Ltd., was directed by E. Oren and A. Masarwa, with the
assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam (administration), A. Hajian (surveying), S.
Ben-Yehuda (drawing), C. Sari, M. Masarwa and E. Galili.
Nes Ziyyona
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Golan Dor
Published: December 2024

During September 2008, an excavation was conducted in the western part
of Nes Ziyyona (Permit No. A-5518; map ref. 180079-152/648651-751), prior to
construction. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority and underwritten by theMakran Building and Development Company,
Ltd., was directed by D. Golan, with the assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam
(administration), A. Hajian (surveying and drafting), T. Sagiv (field
photography) and M. Shuiskaya (drawing).
Ḥorbat Pi Maẓẓuva
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Syon Danny ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Porat Leea
Published: December 2024

During August 2004, a trial excavation was conducted at the site
(Permit No. A-4219; map ref. 21500-9/77609-23), prior to widening the road
from Shelomi to Qibbuz Hanita. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the
Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Ministry of
Construction and Housing, was directed by D. Syon (field photography and
numismatics), with the assistance of L. Porat (area supervision and pottery
restoration), Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), L. Kupershmidt (metallurgical
laboratory), H. Smithline (studio photography), H. Tahan (pottery drawing)
and Y. Gorin-Rosen (glass identification). Thanks are due to N. Getzov and
H. Smithline for their help with the pottery reading.
Tel Shilat
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Shlomi Varda
Published: December 2024

During May 2005, a salvage excavation was conducted along the western
fringes of Tel Shilat (Permit No. A-4486; map ref. 202225/647275), in the
wake of exposing archaeological remains during the construction of a
swimming pool in Moshav Shilat. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the
Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by Moshav Shilat, was directed
by V. Shlomi, with the assistance of E. Bachar (administration), T. Kornfeld
(surveying and drafting), T. Sagiv (field photography) and M. Shuiskaya
(pottery drawing).
‘Akko, the Old City
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Stern Edna J.
Published: December 2024

During April 2008, a trial excavation was conducted in a building in
the Old City (WIZO House; Permit No. A-5408; map ref. 2076/7586), prior to
the construction of a bomb shelter. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of
the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by Mr. U. Jeremias, was
directed by E.J. Stern, with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration),
R. Mishayev (surveying and drafting), H. Smithline (field photography), D.
Syon, E. Stern, H. Abu-'Uqsa and laborers from the old city of 'Akko.
Sulam
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Mitler Itamar
Published: December 2024

During November 2008, a trial excavation was conducted in the center of
Sulam village (Permit No. A-5546; map ref. 231718-52/723479-511; Fig. 1),
after three walls and a floor were exposed in probe trenches. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by a private entrepreneur, was directed by I. Mitler, with the
assistance of Y. Lavan (administration), V. Essman (surveying and drafting),
A. Shapiro (GPS), M. Hartal (archaeological mentor), H. Smithline (studio
photography), N. Getzov (pottery), H. Tahan-Rosen (drawing), Y. Gorin-Rosen
(glass), Z. Horowitz (IAA district archaeologist) and laborers provided by
the entrepreneur.
Sulam, Tel Shunem
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Covello-Paran Karen ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Arie Eran
Published: December 2024

During July 2002, a salvage excavation was conducted in Sulam (Tel
Shunem; Permit No. A-3671; map ref. 2318/7237), following the discovery of
ancient remains during the construction of a house. The excavation, on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by K.
Covello-Paran, with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), V.
Essman and V. Pirsky (surveying), H. Smithline (field photography), L. Porat
(pottery restoration), E. Arie (pottery analysis) and H. Tahan (drawing).
Nahal Gerar
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Nahshoni Pirhiya
Published: December 2024

During June 2005, a survey was conducted in the Gilat Forest (Permit
No. A-4517; map ref. 163999-7000/587000-8500), prior to planting trees. The
survey, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Jewish National Fund, was carried out by P. Nahshoni.
Naḥal Paṭṭish
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Nahshoni Pirhiya
Published: December 2024

During March-May 2007, a trial excavation was conducted at the site of
Nahal Paṯṯish (Permit Nos. A-5052, A-5108; map ref.
174253-317/579764-927), prior to the installation of a gas line. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Israel Natural Gas Line Company,was directed by P.
Nahshoni (field photography), with the assistance of Y. Lender
(administration), A. Hajian (surveying and drafting), T. Sagiv (field
photography), the 'Sky View' Company (aerial photography), and S. Talis and
E. Aladjem (probe trenches).
Naḥal Noqed
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Erickson-Gini Tali ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Pittman Brian
Published: December 2024

From September to November 2001 an archaeological, geomorphological,
botanical and geological survey (GIS) of the ancient farm system in Nahal
Noqed (Nahal Ha‘etz) was conducted (License No. G-103/01; map ref. NIG
17909–18100/53430–53510; OIG 12909–13100/03430–03510). The survey, on behalf
of Cambridge University, UK and the Israel Antiquities Authority, was
financed by the Council for British Research in the Levant, the Palestine
Exploration Fund, the National Science Foundation and private donations. The
survey was directed by Brian Pittman (photography and soil analysis) and
Tali Erickson-Gini, with the assistance of H. Lewis, F. Sturt and M.
Brudenell of the Department of Archaeology, University of Cambridge.
Kefar Saba
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Gorzalczany Amir
Published: December 2024

During March 2004 a trial excavation was conducted on Ha-Shiqma St. in
Kefar Saba (Permit No. A-4123; map ref. NIG 19454-61/67628-34; OIG
14454-61/17628-34) in the wake of development works and placing of pipes.
The excavation, on behalf of the Antiquities Authority and financed by the
municipality of Kefar Saba, was directed by A. Gorzalczany, with the
assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam and A. Bachar (administration), A. Hajian and
T. Kornfeld (surveying), T. Sagiv (photography), Y. Nagar (physical
anthropology), M. Avissar (pottery consultation), L. Yachiye (GPS), Y.
Gorin-Rosen (glass and beads), Y. Kupershmidt (metal conservation), M.
Suiskaya (pottery drawing), R. Vinitzky and O. Shamir (textiles), A. Berman
(numismatics), C. Amit (photography of small finds) and N. Zak (drafting).
Further assistance was extended by G. Birman, G. Parnos, K. Sari and M.
Masarwa.
‘Atlit Harbor
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Bouchenino Aviva
Published: December 2024

During March 2009, a trial excavation was conducted in 'Atlit (Permit
No. A-5632; map ref. 194472-589/734589-612), after A. Oshri noted a section
of a wall while overseeing earthmoving work. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Shlomo
Habib Company, was directed by A. Bouchenino, with the assistance of E.
Bachar (administration), R. Mishayev (surveying), A. Peretz (field
photography), N. Zak (drafting), M. Shuiskaya (pottery drawing), and A.
Haggai, P. Gendelman and L. Rauchberger (consultation).
Yafo, the Postal Compound
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Rauchberger Lior
Published: December 2024

During January 2009, a trial excavation was conducted on 3762 Street,
in a parking lot situated behind the "Club Theater" (formerly the Zelil
Cinema; Permit No. A-5590; map ref. 17739-41/66258-61), in the wake of
exposing antiquities during preliminary inspections, prior to construction.
The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by Mrs. D. Nagar, was directed by L. Rauchberger, with the
assistance of E. Bachar (administration), A. Hajian and B. Antin (surveying
and drafting), H. Ben Ari (GPS), A. Peretz (field photography), O. Ackerman
(geoarchaeology), J. Marcus (preliminary inspections), P. Gendelman (ceramic
consultation), M. Shuiskaya (pottery drawing), E. Kamaisky (cleaning seal
impressions), D.T. Ariel (seal impressions), R. Kool (numismatics), M.
Peilstöker (scientific guidance), A. Re'em and E. Haddad (IAA
Central Region), M. Ajami, D. Barkan, D. Golan, E. Jakoel (IAA Tel Aviv
District) and laborers from the 'Ara village.
Shoham (Northeast)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, van den Brink Edwin C.M.
Published: December 2024

Trial excavations were conducted during January-February 1999 in a
karstic cave at the northeastern part of Shoham (Permit No. A-2991; map ref.
NIG 195238/657109; OIG 145238/157109). The excavation, on behalf of the
Antiquities Authority and financed by the Shoham Municipality, was directed
by E.C.M. van den Brink, with the assistance of D. Lazar, A. Hajian
(surveying), A. Ganon (administration), T. Sagiv (photography) and E.
Barzilay (geology).
Khirbat Bir el-‘Idd
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Betzer Pablo
Published: December 2024

During June 2008, a salvage excavation was conducted near Moshav
Mesillat-Ziyyon, west of the site Khirbat Bir el-'Idd (Permit No. A-5450;
map ref. 200909-48/633878-4003; Fig. 1), following the discovery of ancient
remains in probe trenches that were inspected by Y. Billig. The excavation,
on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by P. Betzer,
with the assistance of Y. Lender (administration), A. Hajian (surveying), D.
Levy (GPS), N. Zak (drafting), Y. Kupershmidt (metallurgical laboratory), I.
Lidsky-Reznikov (drawing), C. Amit (studio photography) and G. Bijovsky
(numismatics).
Qiryat Ata
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Hamid Amani
Published: December 2024

During November 2005, a salvage excavation was conducted on Ha-Te'enim
Street in Qiryat Ata (Permit No. A-4627; map ref. 2104/7449), in the wake of
discovering antiquities during the installation of an electric cable. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Israel Electric Company, was directed by A. Abu Hamid,
with the assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam (administration) and V. Essman
(surveying and drafting).
Ḥorbat Qayit
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Kogan-Zehavi Elena
Published: December 2024

During February 2009, a salvage excavation was conducted at Horbat
Qayit (Permit No. A-5613; map ref. 195727-40/614733-47), after a tractor
damaged a cistern. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Zalman Barashi & Bros. Co.
Ltd., was directed by E. Kogan-Zehavi (field photography), with the
assistance of Y. Ohayon (administration), A. Hajian (surveying), E. Belashov
(drafting) and laborers from the 'Brik' manpower company.
Yafo, Dante Compound
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Dagot Angelina
Published: December 2024

During November 2008, a salvage excavation was conducted on Victor Hugo
Street in Yafo (Permit No. A-5537; map ref. 177313-33/661811-77; Fig. 1), in
the wake of discovering antiquities during an archaeological inspection of
renovations and infrastructure replacement. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Mishlama
Le-Yafo, was directed by A. Dagot, with the assistance of E. Bachar
(administration), A. Hajian (surveying), T. Sagiv (field photography), J.
Marcus and E. Jakoel (archaeological inspection) and M. Shuiskaya (pottery
drawing).
Tel Gerisa
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Barkan Diego ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Jakoel Eriola
Published: December 2024

During January 2007, a passerby found a scarab on a path in the
northern part of Tel Gerisa, (Napoleon Hill;map ref. 182438-535/667028-070),
which had probably been exposed by the rains. Thanks are due to D. Sweeney
(consultation), A. Gorzalczany (photography) and H. Ben Ari (GPS).
‘En Eshtori
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Avshalom-Gorni Dina
Published: December 2024

During October 2004, an excavation was conducted along the eastern
slopes, west of 'En Eshtori (Permit No. A-4264; map ref. 248450/711300), in
the wake of damage to the site caused by digging a trench for a water pipe
by the Meqorot Company. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority, was directed by D. Avshalom-Gorni, with the assistance of Y.
Lavan (administration), V. Essman, V. Pirsky and A. Shapiro (surveying), H.
Smithline, N. Getzov and A. Ben-Zioni (field and studio photography) and
workers supplied by the Ministry of Labor.
Horbat ‘Etri
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Zissu Boaz ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Ganor Amir ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Neugeborn Hagit
Published: December 2024

During 2007 and 2008, excavations were conducted at Horbat 'Etri
(Permit Nos. A-5038, A-5377; map ref. 19740/61745). The excavations,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by
the Jewish National Fund, were carried out as part of the Archaeological
Education Center of Jerusalem and the Judean Shephelah activities in the
framework of preparations for opening the Adulam Caves Park to the public.
The excavations were directed by B. Zissu, A. Ganor (field photography) and
H. Neugeborn, with the assistance of A. Dagan, S. Terem and I.
Bezalel-Pisetzky (counselors) and T. Kornfeld (surveying and drafting).
Thanks are extended to the pupils of the Hartuv Regional School in the Mate
Yehuda Regional Council who aided in excavating the installations at the
site. Conservation and reconstruction work was carried out in conjunction
with the excavations, under the direction of E. Kahuand A. Shahar-Sabah of
the IAA Conservation Department.
Ẓippori (Southwest)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Zidan Omar
Published: December 2024

In August 2013, a trial excavation was conducted southwest of Zippori
(Permit No. A-6884; map ref. 224650-824/737944; Fig. 1), prior to the
construction of a road and relocation of a sewer line. The excavation,
conducted on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by O.
Zidan, with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), A. Shapiro
(GPS), R. Mishayev and M. Kahan (surveying and drawing), W. Atrash
(scientific guidance), Y. Bibas (photography) and H. Tahan-Rosen (artifacts
drawing) .
Eshta’ol, Survey of Sha‘ar Ha-Gay–Harṭuv Junctions
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Storchan Benyamin
Published: December 2024

During October 2009, an archaeological survey was conducted along
Highway 38 (License S-127/2009; map ref. 1990-2010/6300-6375), prior to
expansion and development of the road. The survey, undertaken on behalf of
the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Public Works
Bureau, was directed by D. Storchan, with the assistance of P. Betzer, D.
Ein-Mor (survey) and D. Levi (GPS).
Ramla, Smolenskin Street
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Toueg Ron
Published: December 2024

In December 2012, a salvage excavation was conducted at 32 Smolenskin
Street in Ramla (Permit No. A-6960; map ref.187587-611/648915-42), prior to
construction. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority and financed by Khaled Abu, was directed by R. Toueg, with the
assistance of Y. Amrani (administration), D. Masarwa (preliminary
inspections), A. Peretz (field photography), C. Ben-Ari (GPS), R. Mishayev
and M. Kahan (surveying and drafting), S. Itkis (plans), M. Shuiskaya
(pottery drawing), V. Nosikovsky (metallurgical laboratory), A. Berman
(numismatics), C. Amit (studio photography) and H. Torgë (ceramics).
Ramla, the Pool of the Arches
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Toueg Ron ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Arnon Yael Datia
Published: December 2024

During May 2009, an excavation was conducted in the Pool of the Arches
in Ramla (Permit No. A-5655; map ref 187881-954/648774-853). The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by
the Government Tourism Corporation and the Municipality of Ramla, was
directed by R. Toueg (photography), with the assistance of V. Essman, M.
Kunin, M. Kipnis and A. Hajian (surveying and drafting), A. Peretz (field
photography), B. Antin and N. Zak (final plans), Y.D. Arnon (ceramics), M.
Shuiskaya (pottery drawings), H. Shor (metallurgical laboratory) and D.T.
Ariel (numismatics).
Mishmar Ha-‘Emeq
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Cinamon Gilad
Published: December 2024

During February 2007 a trial excavation was conducted at Qibbuz Mishmar
Ha-'Emeq (Permit No. A-5027; map ref. 2138/7237), prior to the construction
of a residential quarter. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Qibbuz, was directed by G.
Cinamon, with the assistance of M. Hartal, N. Getzov and Z. Horowitz
(archaeological consultation), Y. Lavan (administration), A. Hajian
(surveying), H. Smithline (field photography) and laborers from Kafr Manda,
Umm al-Fahm and Nazareth.
Tiberias, the Russian Hostel
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Dalali-Amos Edna
Published: December 2024

During November 2009, an excavation was conducted in the courtyard of
the Russian Hostel in Tiberias (Permit No. A-5770; map ref. 251198/743481),
prior to development work. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the
Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Russian religious
expedition, was directed by E. Amos, with the assistance of Y. Ya'aqobi
(administration), Y. Nemichnitzer (surveying) and M. Hartal (guidance).
Gush Ḥalav
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Getzov Nimrod
Published: December 2024

During July 2007, a cross-section was documented east of Mar Meron
Church, the new Maronite church in Gush Halav (Permit No. A-3668; map ref.
2421/7699), after human bones were discovered by the antiquities inspector,
A. Mokary. The documentation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority,
was carried out by N. Getzov.
Jerusalem, Sheikh Jarrah
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Masarwa Kafa
Published: December 2024

During December 2008, a trial excavation was conducted adjacent to the
St. Joseph Hospital (Permit No. A-5554; Fig. 1), prior to construction work.
The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the St. Joseph Hospital, was directed by K. Masarwa, with
the assistance of R. Abu Halaf (administration), A. Hajian (surveying), D.
Amit (photography), L. Kupershmidt (metallurgical laboratory), R. Bar Natan
(pottery reading), C. Hersch (drawing of finds) and R. Kool (numismatics).
Aḥihud, Survey (B)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Raya Rafeh
Published: December 2024

During March 2006, a survey was conducted adjacent to the Bar-Lev
Industrial Zone (Permit No. A-4734; map ref. 21725-85/75625-75), prior to
its expansion. The survey, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority and underwritten by the Industrial Region Administration, was
directed by R. Abu Raya, with the assistance of Y. Lerer and A. Shapiro
(GPS).
Bet Guvrin (North)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Ganor Amir ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Ganor Sa‘ar ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Klein Alon ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Klein Eitan
Published: December 2024

During the summer of 2006 and throughout 2007, a salvage excavation was
conducted at Khirbat 'Urqan el Khala (Permit Nos. A-4840, A-5245; map ref.
189450/614177), in the wake of antiquities' robbery. The excavation, on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was conducted by A. Ganor and
inspectors of the Unit for the Prevention of Antiquities Robbery of the
Israel Antiquities Authority, with the assistance of A. Hajian, M. Kunin, R.
Mishayev and T. Meltsen (surveying), S. al-Amlah (metal detection), L.
Kupershmidt (metallurgical laboratory), R. Bar-Natan (ceramic consultation),
O. Shorr (pottery restoration), I. Reznikov (drawing of finds), R. Kahati
(archaeozoology), R. Kool (numismatics), D. Nahlieli, Y. Israel, D. Amit, B.
Zissu and R. Bachar. Students from the pre-military school at Bet Guvrin and
pupils of the Land of Israel studies at the Hartuv Field School participated
in the excavation, with the aid of H. Neugeboren and counselors from the
Judean Shephelah Archaeological Center.
Jerusalem, Lifta, Survey
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Barda Leticia ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Dagan Yehuda
Published: December 2024

During January-February 2008, a survey was conducted in the abandoned
village of Lifta (License No. S-1/2008; map ref. 2181-92/6332-47), in the
wake of preparations for renewed construction plans. The survey, on behalf
of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was performed by Y. Dagan (field
photography), L. Barda (GPS), A. Mashiah (IAA Conservation Department) and
D. Levy (IAA Jerusalem Region).
Ḥorbat ‘Omrit – 2009
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Nelson Michael C. ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Overman Andrew J. ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Schowalter Daniel
Published: December 2024

During May-June 2009, another season of excavations was conducted at
Horbat 'Omrit (License No. G-28/2009; map ref. 26222/79153). The excavation,
on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by J.A. Overman
(Macalester College), D. Schowalter (Carthage College; photography) and M.C.
Nelson (Queens College; drafting). Participating in the excavation were N.S.
Goldman (Macalester College; educational director), C. Reagan
(registration), G. Mazor (project consultation), D. Sandhouse (ceramic
consultation), as well as students from Macalester, Carthage and Queens
Colleges.
Nein-‘En Ha-More (N)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Covello-Paran Karen
Published: December 2024

During October 2004, a salvage excavation was conducted in the 'En
Ha-More north site (Permit No. A-4275; map ref. 232709/726354), following
the discovery of ancient remains during the construction of a house. The
excavation, on behalf of the Antiquities Authority, was directed by K.
Covello-Paran (surveying, photography), with the assistance of Y. Laban
(administration) U. Ben-Zioni (inspection), H. Tahan (drawing of finds) and
N. Getzov (flint).
Modi‘in
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Haddad Elie
Published: December 2024

During October 1998, an excavation was conducted in a burial cave in
Modi'in (Permit No. A-2945; map ref. 20130-35/64505), for the purpose of
completing a salvage excavation that had begun by O. Segal in 1996 (ESI
20:78*, Cave F25). The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority, was directed by E. Haddad, with the assistance of D. Porotzki
(surveying), Y. Nagar (physical anthropology) and Z. Kanias (antiquities
inspection).
Ḥaifa, Giv‘at Ha-Qinyan
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Masarwa Marwan
Published: December 2024

During July 2007, a salvage excavation was conducted at the Giv'at
Ha-Qinyan antiquities site in Haifa (Permit No A-5169; map ref.
19870-90/74204-14), prior to construction. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Goats
Hill Development Company, Ltd., was directed by M. Masarwa, with the
assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam (administration), T. Meltsen and R. Mishayev
(surveying), A. Dagot (GPS) and T. Sagiv (field photography).
Naḥal Tifraḥ
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Nikolsky Vlada
Published: December 2024

During June 2006, a salvage excavation was conducted at the Nahal
Tifrah site, southeast of the Eshel Ha-Nasi education institution (Permit
No. A-4815; map ref. 17229-33/58125-9), prior to laying a railroad track.
The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Israel Railways Authority, was directed by V.
Nikolsky-Carmel, with the assistance of H. Lavi (administration), A. Hajian
(surveying and drafting), I. Lidski-Reznikov (pottery drawing) and laborers
from Ashqelon.
Khirbat el-Umm Rashid
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Raya Rafeh
Published: December 2024

During July 2009, a salvage excavation was conducted at Khirbat el-Umm
Rashid north of Tiv'on (Permit No. A-5701; map ref. 213724-61/739170-201).
The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed
by R. Abu Raya (surveying, photography), with the assistance of Y. Lavan
(administration), N. Getzov (pottery), H. Tahan-Rosen (pottery drawing) and
D. Syon (numismatics).
Khirbat Lasan
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Peretz Ilan
Published: December 2024

During July 2009, a salvage excavation was conducted at Khirbat Lasan
(Permit No. A-5686; map ref. 16128-35/60170-82; Fig. 1), prior to the
construction of a school. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Sha'ar Ha-Negev Regional
Council, was directed by I. Peretz (field photography), with the assistance
of Y. Lender (administration), V. Essman and M. Kipnis (surveying), T.
Kornfeld (drafting) and I. Lidsky-Reznikov (drawing).
Eṭ-Ṭaiyiba
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Abu Zedan Fadi
Published: December 2024

During July 2007, a trial excavation was conducted at Horbat Hadad in
et-Taiyiba, located in Ramat Yissakhar (Permit No. A-5179; map ref.
242075-90/723275-90), prior to construction. The excavation, on behalf of
the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by F. Abu Zedan
(photography), with the assistance of Y. Lavan (administration), R. Mishayev
(surveying and drafting), A. Shapiro (GPS), E.J. Stern (pottery) and H.
Tahan-Rosen (pottery drawing).
Elqosh
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Lerer Yoav
Published: December 2024

During April 2009, a survey prior to development was conducted east of
Elqosh (License No. S-111/2009; map ref. 231015-810/771150-683), prior to
expanding the moshav. The survey, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Ministry of Construction and
Housing and the Ma'ale Yoseph Economic Company, was directed by Y. Lerer,
with the assistance of E. Stern (photography) and A. Shapiro (GPS).
Jerusalem, the Sultan’s Pool
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Zelinger Yehiel
Published: December 2024

During April 2010, a salvage excavation was conducted in the northern
part of the Sultan's Pool in Jerusalem (Permit No. A-5895; map ref.
221462/631075), prior to the installation of a sewer pipe. The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by
the Gihon Company, was directed by Y. Zelinger, with the assistance of M.
Kunin (surveying and drafting), A. Peretz (field photography), C. Hersch
(pottery drawing), H. Rosenstein (metallurgical laboratory) and D.T. Ariel
(numismatics).
‘En Gedi, ‘En Shulamit
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Shmueli Oren
Published: December 2024

During February 2010, a salvage excavation was conducted at 'En
Shulamit in the 'En Gedi Nature Reserve (Permit No. A-5855; map ref.
236989-7069/597446-500), prior to renewing the catchment pipes of the
spring. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority and underwritten by the Nature and Parks Authority, was directed
by O. Shmueli, with the assistance of Y. El-'Amor (administration), B.
Antin, N. Zak and A. Hajian (surveying and drafting), E. Aladjem (GIS), A.
Peretz (field photography), P. Fabian (pottery dating) and I.
Lidsky-Reznikov (pottery drawing). Thanks to the Nature and Parks Authority
staff, D. Greenbaum, S. 'Azazme, T. Tsuk, Y. Kazas and E. Sasson, to the
staff of the water department of Qibbuz 'En Gedi, Y. Roth and A. Shahal, and
also to G. Hadas, Y. Haimi, D. Nachlieli and A. Shahar.
Baḥan (North)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Masarwa Durar
Published: December 2024

During August 2009, a salvage excavation was conducted in the eastern
part of Qibbuz Bahan (Permit No. A-5728; map ref. 202270-528/695184-634),
prior to construction. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Dirot N. Shaked Company, Ltd.,
was directed by D. Masarwa, with the assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam
(administration), B. Antin, M. Kunin and M. Kipnis (surveying and drafting),
H. Ben-Ari (GPS), A. Peretz (field photography), D. Kirzner (antiquities
inspection), A. Gorzalczany (scientific consultation) and M. Shuiskaya
(drawing).
Jerusalem, Arzei Ha-Bira
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Greenwald Roie
Published: December 2024

In August 2012, a salvage excavation was conducted west of Highway 1,
on the outskirts of the Arzei Ha-Bira neighborhood in Jerusalem (Permit No.
A-6604; map ref. 221478/633055; Fig. 1), prior to the installation of a
sewer pipe. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority and financed by the CBD Company, was directed by R. Greenwald,
with the assistance of N. Nahama (administration), M. Kunin and S. Itkis
(surveying and drafting) and A. Peretz (field photography).
Meẓad Maḥmal
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Erickson-Gini Tali
Published: December 2024

During May 2004, an excavation was conducted at Mezad Mahmal (Permit
No. A-4158; map ref. 193000/510962), in the wake of conservation work on the
fort. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority, was
directed by T. Erickson-Gini (photography), with the assistance of A. Hajian
(surveying), N. Sneh (photo of Late Roman fort), I. Lidsky-Resnikov (pottery
drawing) and volunteers provided by the Nature Protection Society and the
Sede Boqer Field School.
Jisr ez-Zarqa
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Shadman Amit
Published: December 2024

During November 2006, a salvage excavation was conducted within the
Jisr ez-Zarqa antiquities site (Permit No. A-4906; map ref.
192266-86/716004-62). The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and underwritten by Mr. S. Elbaz, was directed by A.
Shadman, with the assistance of A. Hajian (surveying), T. Sagiv (field
photography) and P. Gendelman (pottery reading).
Iksal
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Mokary Abdalla
Published: December 2024

During September 2007, a salvage excavation was conducted in the Iksal
village near Nazareth (Permit No. A-5230; map ref. 230745-70/732075-95),
prior to construction. The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority, was directed by A. Mokary, with the assistance of E. Bachar
(administration), A. Hajian (surveying), H. Tahan-Rosen (pottery drawing)
and M. Hartal (guidance).
Yafo, Reẓif Ha-‘Aliya Ha-Sheniya
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Arbel Yoav ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Volynsky Felix
Published: December 2024

During June-July 2006, a salvage excavation was conducted on Ha-'Aliya
Ha-Sheniya Street, next to the Nahum Goldman promenade and northwest of the
old police station in Yafo (Permit No. A-4675-1; map ref. 177035/662580),
prior to the installation of a sewer line. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Tel
Aviv-Yafo municipality, was directed by F. Volynsky and Y. Arbel
(photography), with the assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam (administration), V.
Essman and V. Pirsky (surveying and drafting), M. Peilstöcker (scientific
consultation and ceramics), L. Rauchberger (clay pipes) and M. Shuiskaya
(pottery drawing). Z. Shaham of the Tel Aviv-Yafo Antiquities Museum
provided assistance in the form of advice and temporary storage facilities
for the finds.
Ḥorbat Ha-Gardi
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Re'em Amit
Published: December 2024

During September 2006, parts of the surface at Horbat Ha-Gardi (Permit
Nos. A-4605, A-4811, A-5149; map ref. 19960/64910) were cleaned and exposed
within the framework of a project designed to revive the Modi'in antiquities
and the heritage of the Maccabees. The work, on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority, was directed by A. Re'em, with the assistance of A.
Hajian, V. Essman and M. Kipnis (surveying and drafting), N. Zak (plans) and
M. Shuiskaya (graphic reconstruction), in addition to volunteers from the
staff of the IAA Central Region. During August 2009, geophysical testswere
performed by Dr. U. Basson and funded by the Hevel Modi'in Regional Council.
Ḥorbat Leved and Ḥorbat Anusha
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Sion Ofer
Published: December 2024

During August-September 2000 and April-May 2001 excavations were
conducted at Horbat Leved, Horbat Anusha and at installations in their
vicinity (Firing Zone 203; Permits Nos. A-3270, A-3405; map ref. NIG
1977-2005/6608-6619; OIG 1477-1505/1608-1619). The excavations, on behalf of
the Antiquities Authority, were directed by O. Sion, with the assistance of
M. Haiman, G. Parnos, G. Birman, H. Eliaz, U. 'Ad and D. Sklar-Parnes (area
supervision), H. Dangor and Y. Rahamim (administration), A. Hajian and V.
Essman (surveying), E. Belashov (drafting), T. Sagiv and C. Amit
(photography), Y. Nagar (physical anthropology) and Y. Gorin-Rosen (glass).
Jatt
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Cinamon Gilad
Published: December 2024

During June 2005, an excavation was conducted in the village of Jatt in
the Upper Galilee (Permit No. A-4518; map ref. 22220-2/76430-2), after
ancient remains were exposed while relocating an electric line. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Israel Electric Company, was directed by G. Cinamon
(surveying, drafting and field photography), with the assistance of Y.
Ya'aqobi (administration).
Ḥorbat Buẓ
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Betzer Pablo
Published: December 2024

During July 2010, a trial excavation was conducted at Moshav Newe
Mikha'el (Permit No. A-5962; map ref. 20138-45/61891-7; Fig. 1), prior to
the construction of a new settlement. The excavation, undertaken on behalf
of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Eden Hills
Company, Ltd., was directed by P. Betzer, with the assistance of E. Bachar
(administration), V. Essman (surveying) and D. Levy (GPS).
Khirbat el-Malta‘a
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Talis Svetlana ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Kool Robert
Published: December 2024

During May-June 2008, a salvage excavation was conducted at Khirbat
el-Malta'a (Permit No. A-5444; map ref. 156180-272/580611-708), prior to
development and construction within the area of the Urim army base. The
excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Israel Defense Forces, was directed by S. Talis, with
the assistance of Y. Lender (administration), A. Hajian (surveying), N. Zak
(drafting), O. Shorr (restoration), I. Dudin (drawing of finds), T. Winter
(glass), H. Shor (metallurgical laboratory) and R. Kool (numismatics).
Benyamina, Burj Benyamina
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Masarwa Durar
Published: December 2024

During June 2009, a salvage excavation was conducted along the northern
fringes of the Nahal 'Ada antiquities site (Permit No. A-5674; map ref.
194570-735/712730-832), prior to paving Highway 652. The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by
the Israel National Roads Company, was directed by D. Masarwa, with the
assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam (administration), A. Hajian (surveying and
drafting), H. Ben-Ari (GPS), A. Peretz (field photography), M. Shuiskaya
(pottery drawing) and M. Peilstöcker (consultation).
Ḥorbat Bizqa (Northwest)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Eshed Vered
Published: December 2024

During December 2010, a salvage excavation was conducted at Horbat
Bizqa (Permit No. A-6067; map ref. 196206-319/643347-419), prior to
construction. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority and underwritten by A. Pri'on Architects and City Planners Ltd.,
was directed by V. Eshed, with the assistance of Y. Amrani (administration),
M. Kunin (surveying and drafting), A. Peretz (field photography), H. Torge
(pottery reading) and M. Shuiskaya (pottery drawing).
El‘ad
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Masarwa Durar ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, de Vincenz Anna
Published: December 2024

In February 2014, a salvage excavation was conducted at the site of
Mazor within El'ad (Permit No. A-7046; map ref. 195418-508/661829-917),
prior to construction. The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel
Antiquities Authority and financed by the Ministry of Construction and
Housing, was directed by D. Masarwa, with the assistance of Y. Amrani and E.
Bachar (administration), M. Kahan (surveying and drafting), A. Peretz
(photography), Y. Arbel (consultation), A. Gorzalczany (scientific
guidance), A. de Vincenz (ceramics), G. Adrian (pottery restoration), M.
Shuiskaya (pottery drawing), R. Kool (numismatics), C. Ben-Ari (location
map) and C. Amit (studio photography).
Naḥal Sansanna
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Shaul Noa
Published: December 2024

During January 2011, a salvage excavation was conducted at Nahal
Sansanna (Permit No. A-6075; map ref. 189612-65/578595-651), in the wake of
further construction of the Cross Israel Highway. The excavation, undertaken
on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the
Cross-Israel Highway Company, Ltd., was directed by N. Shaul, with the
assistance of Y. Elamor (administration), A. Hajian (surveying and
drafting), A. Peretz (field photography), P. Fabian (metal detection), Y.
Israel (guidance), N. Zak (plans) and N.S. Paran.
Jerusalem, Jaffa Gate
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Sion Ofer ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Puni Shahar
Published: December 2024

During January-February and May-June 2010, an excavation was conducted
in the vicinity of Jaffa Gate in the Old City of Jerusalem (Permit No.
A-5815; map ref. 22170/63155), prior to construction. The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by
the Jerusalem Development Authority, was directed by O. Sion, with the
assistance of Y. Ohayon, R. Abu-Halaf, N. Nehama and A. Ganon
(administration), A. Hajian, M. Kunin, Y. Shmidov and T. Kornfeld (surveying
and drafting), A. Peretz (field photography), S. al-'Amlah (metal
detection), B. Antin and E. Belashov (plans), Y. Rapuano (photography and
pottery reading), L. Kupershmidt (metallurgical laboratory), D.T. Ariel and
R. Kool (numismatics) and O. Peleg-Barkat (stone decorations).
Ramla, Nesher Quarries
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Elisha Yossi
Published: December 2024

During June 2010, a trial excavation was conducted on the northern
slopes of Area D2 in the Nesher Ramla Quarries (Permit No. A-5939; map ref.
192956-3192/646821-987). The excavation, on behalf of the Israel Antiquities
Authority, was directed by Y. Elisha, with the assistance of E. Bachar
(administration), M. Kunin (surveying), A. Peretz (field photography), and
M. Shuiskaya (pottery drawing).
Ibthan (North) (B)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Masarwa Durar
Published: December 2024

During April 2010, a trial excavation was conducted within the
precincts of the Ibthan antiquities site (North; Permit No. A-5899; map ref.
20486-9/69697-700), prior to construction. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by Mr. M. Zidan,
was directed by D. Masarwa, with the assistance of S. Ya'aqov-Jam
(administration), A. Hajian (surveying and drafting), H. Ben-Ari (GPS), A.
Peretz (field photography) and A. Gorzalczany (guidance).
Naḥal Ḥallamish
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Haimi Yoram
Published: December 2024

During July-August 2007, a survey was conducted in the region of Nahal
Hallamish and Nahal Heter (Permit No. A-5232; map ref. 2260-88/5621-44; Fig.
1), prior to enlarging a mine. The survey, undertaken on behalf of the
Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Rotem Amfert Company
Ltd., was directed by Y. Haimi, with the assistance of O. Shmueli, E.
Aladjem, R. Zecharia and S. Gal (GPS) and Y. el-'Amor (Arabic inscription).
Jerusalem, Khirbat Ṣabiḥa (West)
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Golani Amir
Published: December 2024

During July-August 2010, a salvage excavation was conducted along the
fringes of Khirbat Sabiha, in the East Talpiyot neighborhood of Jerusalem
(Permit No. A-5846; map ref. 221703-26/627962-84), prior to construction.
The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and
underwritten by the Bonē Ha-Tihon Company, Ltd., was directed by A.
Golani, with the assistance of Y. Ohayon and E. Bachar (administration), A.
Hajian (surveying), Skyview Company (aerial photography), A. Eirikh-Rose
(antiquities inspection), I. Berin (drafting), and C. Amit (studio
photography).
Dabayib et-Tuwal
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Atrash Walid
Published: December 2024

During October 2004, a salvage excavation was conducted north of the
Dabayib et-Tuwal antiquities site,southeast of Qibbuz Hamadiya (Permit No.
A-4274; map ref. 24920-27/71300-13), after ancient remains were damaged when
a water line was installed.The excavation, undertaken on behalf of the
Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Meqorot Company, was
directed by W. Atrash (field photography), with the assistance of Y.
Ya'aqobi (administration), T. Meltsen (surveying), D. Sandhouse (pottery
reading) and H. Tahan-Rosen (pottery drawing).
Ramat Ḥovav, Naḥal Na‘im
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Fraiberg Alexander ,   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Shaul Noa
Published: December 2024

During January 2010, a salvage excavation was conducted in the Ramat
Hovav industrial zone (Permit No. A-5802; map ref. 179935/559620), prior to
constructing additional evaporation pools. The excavation, undertaken on
behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by the Israel
Bromide Compounds Company, was directed by N. Sha'ul and A. Fraiberg, with
the assistance of Y. el-Amorr (administration), A. Hajian and T. Kornfeld
(surveying and drafting), Y. Baumgarten (GPS), A. Peretz (field photography)
and N.S. Paran (Central Negev District antiquities inspector).
Modi‘in, Labor Zone
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Eshed Vered
Published: December 2024

During December 2010, a salvage excavation was conducted in the western
part of the Modi'in labor zone (Permit No. A-6073; map ref.
196612-777/647271-459), prior to construction. The excavation, on behalf of
the Israel Antiquities Authority, was directed by V. Eshed, with the
assistance of Y. Amrani (administration), M. Kunin (surveying and drafting),
A. Peretz and M. Haiman (field photography), H. Torge (pottery reading) and
P. Spivak (flint tools).
Deir ‘Aziz
Authors:   Israel Antiquities
                        Authority, Zingboym Oren
Published: December 2024

During June-November 2010, a trial excavation was conducted in the
spring structure at the Deir 'Aziz antiquities site in the Golan Heights
(Permit No. A-5921; map ref. 266975/752150), in the wake of damage to
antiquities caused during development work in 2007. The excavation,
undertaken on behalf of the Israel Antiquities Authority and underwritten by
the Golan Regional Council, was directed by O. Zingboym, with the assistance
of Y. Ya'aqobi (administration), M. Kahan (surveying and drafting), M.
Hartal (guidance), H. Tahan-Rosen (pottery drawing) and Y. Gorin-Rosen
(glass). Pupils from educational institutions in the Golan Heights
participated in the excavation.