Calcareous fossil inclusions and rock-source of Maya lime plaster from the Temple of the Inscriptions, Palenque, Mexico

► Fossiliferous deposits nearby Palenque described in an archeological context. ► Calcareous fossil remains recovered from plaster and mortar from the Temple of the Inscriptions. ► Lime plaster from the Temple of the Inscriptions associated with dolomitic limestone source. ► Fossil material linked to the fossil-bearing rocks selected by the Maya of Palenque. ► Fossiliferous rocks used as a raw material agree with the geological setting of the Palenque area.