Publications by authors named "Robyn T Kramer"
Am J Phys Anthropol
March 2021
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates inter-island mobility during the Namu period (circa 1,510-1800 AD) by analyzing strontium isotopes in dental enamel from a burial site on Taumako Island, focusing on female migration for marriage.
- The research involves comparing isotopic data from 58 individuals with known dietary isotopes and grave goods to identify trends related to demographics like sex, age, and wealth.
- Results indicate higher strontium values in females, suggesting that Taumako had a patrilocal society where some women migrated from neighboring islands, particularly highlighting a unique case of one woman coming from a different geological area.
