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The Classic Stage was initially defined as restricted to the complex societies of Mesoamerica and Peru .

Cultures of the Classic Stage are supposed to possess craft specialization and the beginnings of Metallurgy . Social organization is supposed to involve the beginnings of Urbanism and large ceremonial centers. Ideologically, Classic cultures should have a developed Theocracy .

Examples of cultures considered to be Classic include Teotihuacan and the early Maya .