Necropolis of White
Moche (100–800 CE)·Moche·🇺🇸 Ohio, United States
About
About Necropolis of White
Necropolis of White in Ohio, United States is a Moche (100–800 CE) necropolis attributed to Moche culture. Systematically investigated through magnetometry and coring, it presents a central mound with workshop zone. Construction employs ashlar with clamp and demonstrates long-distance exchange. Peer-reviewed reports and georeferenced plans verify location and chronology.
Why it mattersKey Moche necropolis with stratified sequence and regional significance.
Open questions
Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Ritual use and symbolic landscape
- 02Construction labor organization and logistics
Theories
- 01Astronomical observatory and calendar
- 02Ceremonial centre and pilgrimage focus
Theories are interpretations, not findings. The seal above tells you how much scholarly weight the place carries.
History
How it came to be
- Built
- c. 103 CE
- Period
- Moche (100–800 CE)
- Culture
- Moche
- Purpose
- Ceremonial and settlement
- Excavation
- Unexcavated
c. 103 CE
Initial construction and primary occupation
c. 236 CE
Major enlargement and wall circuit added
c. 399 CE
Peak occupation and regional prominence
1999
Scientific excavation and conservation
On the ground
Structures & features
38.6191° N · 82.5592° W · 2385 m · 3 mapped features
Burial Cluster
cairnHydraulic feature — aqueduct
38.6189° N · 82.5576° WNecropolis Extension
tombAncillary reservoir associated with main monument
38.6210° N · 82.5585° WReservoir/Cistern
platformAncillary reservoir associated with main monument
38.6213° N · 82.5593° W