Talk:Journal of Archaeological Science

Dear Editors, Several artifacts from the Minoan, Aegean, and Phoenician civilizations have yet to be fully decoded. For example, the so-called Libation Table of Phaestos—discovered by Pernier in 1903 in a central room of the Palace of Phaestos and dated to 2000–1700 BC—has traditionally been interpreted as a ritual object. However, its large dimensions (55 cm x 45 cm) and complex three-tiered construction cast doubt on this interpretation. I am an independent mathematician and operations researcher dedicated to studying and decoding unusually shaped prehistoric artifacts. In my research, I have decoded this particular artifact and demonstrated that it is not a libation table, but rather an astronomical instrument. I believe it was used by Minoan priests to predict lunar and solar eclipses, based on a repeating cycle of 669 lunar months. My challenge is financial: I do not have a sponsor and live on a monthly pension of €1200. My question is: Would you be willing to consider my ~10-page article for publication free of charge? Sincerely,

Alexios Ap. Pliakos Alappl (talk) 09:38, 13 July 2025 (UTC)