Phases for Unit J2

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Introduction

A general overview of the phases is given in the introduction to the J2 book and observational notes during excavation are preserved on the right-hand side under Incidentals-Phases. Additionally, a more detailed look at the process of deposition is given under the depositional history. This section is intended to give a detailed explanation of each separate phase.

The earliest phase represented in J2 is Phase 3b^J2B with the construction of the first staircase. Phase 1^J2B and Phase 2 have not been reached as of the end of excavations in 2009. Undoubtedly there are earlier deposits in J2 as indicated by the stairs of f380 which may extend deeper. Furthermore, excavations in J3 indicate that the mound of the temple terrace area was already quite high in Phase 1 and Phase 2 (Kelly-Buccellati 2010).

A large number of floors are attributed to Phase 3^J2B. These floors are built up at the base of the first staircase and continue through the construction of the monumental access and build-up during the third millennium including Phase 3h^J2B, Phase 3j^J2B, Phase 3l^J2B, Phase 3m^J2B, Phase 3n^J2B, Phase 3p^J2B, Phase 3s^J2B, and Phase 3u^J2B.

Erosion appears to have removed the majority of the features associated with phase 4^J2B, with the possible exception of some features near the base of the revetment wall. There are no known features dated to Phases 5^J2B or 6^J2B.

Phase 7^J2B is dominated by the brickfall. Although the area was in the process of being covered by brickfall, there is evidence of scattered reuse throughout Phase 7.

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Schematic Development of J2

Phase 3b
Phase 3h Phase 3j
Phase 3l
Phase 3m Phase 3n
Phase 3p
Phase 3s
Phase 3u
Phase 7c
Phase 7f
Phase 7j Phase 7m Phase 7v
Phase 8m
Phase 8r
Phase 9