Praehistorische Zeitschrift

metrics 2024

Where Archaeological Discoveries Illuminate Our History

Introduction

Praehistorische Zeitschrift is a premier scholarly journal dedicated to the field of archaeology, published by WALTER DE GRUYTER GMBH in Germany. With a rich history dating back to 1909, the journal has evolved to encompass a wide range of topics pertaining to prehistory, offering vital insights into archaeological practices, theories, and discoveries. Recognized as a Q1 journal in both the Archaeology category of Arts and Humanities and the Social Sciences, it holds a prestigious position with Scopus rankings placing it in the top 20% of its field. Although it operates under a traditional publishing model without open access, its comprehensive articles are essential reading for researchers, professionals, and students alike who seek to deepen their understanding of prehistoric studies through rigorous academic contributions. The journal continues to publish significant research from 1993 to 2024 and beyond, making it an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the archaeological narrative of humanity.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.50
Journal Impact Factor0.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.60
H-Index17
Journal IF Without Self0.60
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.06
Influence0.29
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life8.40
Citing Half Life19.80
JCI0.90
Total Documents384
WOS Total Citations229
SCIMAGO Total Citations463
SCIMAGO SELF Citations40
Scopus Journal Rank0.50
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.88
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.84
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.78

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Archeology (arts and humanities) in Arts and Humanities
Rank #90/413
Percentile 78.21
Quartile Q1
Archeology in Social Sciences
Rank #88/354
Percentile 75.14
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ANTHROPOLOGY
Rank 91/139
Percentile 34.90
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

ANTHROPOLOGY
Rank 44/139
Percentile 68.35
Quartile Q2
ARCHAEOLOGY
Rank 44/163
Percentile 73.01
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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