Definition: The Afanasievo culture is an Eneolithic (the period between the Neolithic and Bronze ages) culture of southern Siberia (4500-4000 BP). It is located in the Upper Yenissei Valley of central Asia, and is characterized by copper tools and pastoralism, agriculture, and hunting economies. Followed by the Andronova culture in traditional central Asia chronologies.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
Alternate Spellings: Afanasyevo
