Resumen

PINEAU, Virginia et al. Alcohol consumption practices at a pampa´s general store (Casa de Negocios) during the end of the nineteenth century. Analysis of lead capsules and glass fragments (Posta el Caldén, department of Realicó, La Pampa, Argentina). Rev. Mus. Antropol. [online]. 2014, vol.7, n.1, pp.00-00. ISSN 1852-060X.

Abstract Within the framework of Ubacyt F 095 project that has as part of its aims to study the settlement of the northern province of La Pampa after the military campaigns of the late nineteenth century. We present the analysis of lead seals and fragments vitreous from the site Posta Caldén (Section I, Dept A, lot 24). This site is a crossroad post and a grocery store in the late nineteenth century. It belonged to a line of posts between the cities of Victorica (Province of La Pampa) and General Villegas (Province of Buenos Aires). Morphological and functional analysis be made and metallographic by light microscopy (LM) and scanning electron (SEM) and chemical spectroscopy using energy dispersive X-ray (EDS) of the parts under study. The objective was to determine types of alcoholic beverages and their origins. Various types and brands of ethylic drinks were identified. It was determined that the material was making seals lead coated tin typical preparation technique called roll bonding. This information will be useful when studying the social practices of these new immigrant groups in combination with the written sources and oral history.

Palabras clave : Alcoholic beverages; XIX Century; La Pampa.

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