Oxygen isotope dendrochronology allows dating of historical timbers across a wide geographical region

IF 2.7 3区农林科学 Q1 FORESTRY

Dendrochronologia Pub Date : 2025-02-01 DOI:10.1016/j.dendro.2024.126283

Kristof Haneca , Vincent Debonne , Darren Davies , Danny McCarroll , Neil J. Loader

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Abstract

We explore the applicability and geographic reach of two northwest European stable oxygen isotope (δ¹⁸O) chronologies for the precision dating of annually resolved δ¹⁸O series developed from late 15th-century oak (Quercus sp.) roof timbers from St. James’ Church in Bruges, Belgium. In doing so this study assesses ring-width dendrochronology and provenance analysis alongside oxygen isotope dendrochronology in Belgium and its surrounding regions. The δ¹⁸O-series of the historical timbers display a high internal coherence, allowing the construction of a mean isotope series (1325–1468 CE). Cross-dating against master chronologies for Central England, U.K. and Fontainebleau, France, provide reliable matches that surpass statistical thresholds and quality control measures, corroborating the dating results obtained from conventional ring-width dating. Oxygen stable isotope dendrochronology emerges as a valuable tool for precise dating of historical timber structures. This pilot study demonstrates the applicability of existing reference chronologies beyond their core regions and underscores its significance in cultural heritage studies. Despite the demanding nature of the technique in terms of time and expertise, the potential benefits warrant continued investment in expanding the temporal and geographic coverage of well-replicated oxygen isotope reference chronologies.

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Dendrochronologia FORESTRY-GEOGRAPHY, PHYSICAL

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5.50

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13.30%

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22.8 weeks

期刊介绍： Dendrochronologia is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal that presents high-quality research related to growth rings of woody plants, i.e., trees and shrubs, and the application of tree-ring studies. The areas covered by the journal include, but are not limited to: Archaeology Botany Climatology Ecology Forestry Geology Hydrology Original research articles, reviews, communications, technical notes and personal notes are considered for publication.