Is Colin Renfrew A-List?
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No — Colin Renfrew is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1991
Knighted for Services
Lost A-list status in 2004
Dropped to B tier — Life Peerage
Ranking Timeline
1973C$0.01M
Before Civilization Published
His influential work challenged existing archaeological chronologies.
1981B▲$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M
Disney Professor at Cambridge
Appointment elevated his status and influence.
1990B$0.5M+$0.4M
Archaeology and Language Published
Further solidified his reputation for his interdisciplinary approach.
1991A▲$1M+$0.5M
Knighted for Services
Recognized for his contributions to archaeology, boosting reputation.
2004B▼$3M+$2M
Life Peerage
Became Baron Renfrew, demonstrating ongoing influence.
2026B$5M+$2M
Leading Archaeologist
Renfrew is still an active archaeologist.
Last updated: February 25, 2026