Season 1 · Episode 2
Early Iron Production in Herdorf
December 21, 202423m 30s
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Show Notes
This episode explores the archaeological findings of brothers Otto and Heribert Kipping near Herdorf (Rhineland-Palatinate), uncovering Early Celtic iron production sites from the 6th/5th century BC. Long overlooked and rediscovered in 2010, these findings highlight the region's early significance as an iron production center. The analysis of ceramic and metallurgical remains provides key insights into the technology and economic networks of the Early Iron Age.