New archaeological research by Tulane University and the Proyecto Templo Mayor in Mexico reveals how obsidian—a volcanic ...

Researchers analyzed 788 obsidian artifacts from Tenochtitlan, revealing that the Mexica (Aztec) Empire sourced this important material from at least eight different locations, including regions ...

Obsidian was central to Aztec life — not just for crafting sharp tools and sacred offerings, but as a reflection of political ...

New research uncovers how obsidian artifacts reveal the vast trade networks of the Aztec Empire during Tenochtitlan’s early ...

The Aztecs were big fans of obsidian, and often used the razor-sharp volcanic glass to slice through the chests of human ...

A new study of Aztec obsidian artefacts has shed new light on the empire. But one object remains a mystery. Find out more.

Discover how an analysis of more than 700 objects reveals obsidian came into the Aztec capital from far and wide.

Although Mexicas favored green obsidian, tool variety shows that multiple obsidian sources supplied the capital via markets, ...

New archaeological research by Tulane University and the Proyecto Templo Mayor in Mexico reveals how obsidian – a volcanic glass used for tools and ...

The US' history goes back thousands of years, thanks to a wealth of archaeological sites that give insight into the first ...