You're missing my point; the discussion here is about the level of value objects have to those in their respective periods. I explicitly said that these objects

You're missing my point; the discussion here is about the level of value objects have to those in their respective periods. I explicitly said that these objects can have a lot of value for those with an interest in research. Akiselev was arguing that ancient pottery was somehow less mundane or disposable than contemporary objects such as laptops and phones, which isn't the case in an overwhelming majority of cases. Most ancient pottery was, to its owners, no different (in terms of significance) than our tupperware or wine bottles.