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Stratigraphy
The phase 2b8AAH is characterized by reaching the foundation levels of the stone walls in various parts of the building. The pinkish-gray accumulations from this phase contained numerous pottery sherds, bones, small stones, as well as limited amounts of carbon and kiln waste. This phase also marks the beginning of uncovering kitchen-related installations at the site. This is evident through the discovery of a working floor within accumulation f220 in the middle of f215, where an incomplete circular layout of bricks was observed. This discovery is considered the initial indication of a tannur within Room D1, which dates back to the original use phase of the AK building.
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Objects
One of the most notable discoveries in the phase 2b8AAH was the identification of three layers of bricks that formed the steps located within doorway a4, which connects rooms D1 and D2. These bricks were covered with plaster. Metal artifacts such as i46 were found, as well as several seal impressions, including i47 and i48. In addition, charred grains were discovered in f202 and f203, indicating the function of the space as a kitchen. A collection of pottery was also recovered such as f218 and i94, along with a jar sealing i51. Rows of bricks were also uncovered in f145 inside vault a1, which closely resemble the bricks forming the steps between rooms D1 and D2, as well as those at threshold a15.
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