First Things First – 

The Different Types of Archeological Materials .

There are different types of archeological materials that can be found upon excavation.
Archeologists classify these materials based on characteristics.

These materials can be classified into three main groups: artifacts, ecofacts, and
features.

1. Artifacts.
These refer to any objects that were made by people during a certain time and
place for a specific use. These could refer to tools, clothing, jewelry, and pottery,
among others. 

Artifacts are considered to be items of cultural or historical importance because they

can provide a window into the daily lives of people in the past. By studying artifacts, we
are able to find out how ancient people interact with their community and environment.

To be considered as an artifact, the object must be portable and thus, can be removed from its
original site and still be preserved.