Rounded objects, such as spheroids, are frequently found throughout the Fremont region. Because little information is known about these spheroids, this comprehensive analysis of spheroids contributes to definitions of and variation among Fremont spherical objects. I analyzed over 400 Fremont spheroids recording the size, weight, stone type, and other quantifiable aspects for each spheroid. The provenience of spheroids highlights some of the patterns and variability within the Fremont world. I also compare ethnographic accounts of purposes of spheroids in hopes to develop a better understanding of the function of these objects.

Marayniyoq, A Wari Establishment in Ayacucho Valley, PerúIn this paper we discuss the initial results of archaeological excavation carried out at Marayniyoq, a specialized Wari facility in the Ayacucho Valley, Peru. The discovery of a series of flat worked stones used for grinding, along with rocker grinders strongly suggests that the role of Marayniyoq was focused on grain processing, probably grinding corn. Because the grinding stones are immense cut blocks it is also apparent that enormous human energy was invested in the preparation, transportation and final setup of the facility. At the same time, the presence of large ceramic vessels and other evidence suggests that the function of Marayniyoq was the grinding of malted corn (qora) for corn-beer production. / En este trabajo se dan a conocer los resultados de las excavaciones efectuadas en Marayniyoq, un centro especializado wari del valle de Ayacucho. El descubrimiento de una serie de batanes y sus respectivas moliendas indican que éste fue un establecimiento destinado al procesamiento de granos, como el maíz. Puesto que estos batanes consisten en grandes bloques de piedra labrada, queda también manifiesto que se invirtió una enorme actividad humana en su preparación, traslado y construcción final. A su vez, la presencia de vasijas y evidencias adicionales tienden a sugerir que la función de Marayniyoq se relacionaba con el procesamiento de maíz y la producción de chicha.