KÖZÉPKORI RÉGÉSZET II. A KELTEZÉS MÓDSZERTANA
MEDIEVAL ARCHAEOLOGY II. METHODOLOGY OF DATING

Summary/Abstract: Following the topic of the previous paper (HOLL 2005a), we discuss questions of methodology – in this paper focusing on archaeological dating, considering possible sources of error, and critical use of the results. The most important, primary method is stratigraphy, which could establish the relative dating of the finds. Stratigraphical protocols should be followed through the excavations, and observations should be documented properly, as this is the cornerstone of authenticity, and thus one of the main responsibilities of the excavator. Critical analysis of style might be helpful for some archaeological material, especially for finding analogies. It helps with the material with artistic qualities – goldsmith’s work, ornamental pottery, stove tiles, architectural carved stones – too: in recognising workshops, or establishing dating.

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