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human remains
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The human remains tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about archaeological discoveries involving ancient human bones and fossils. Topics include a stone fossil of a man found in a collapsed mine and ancient skulls in England that were modified into cups, possibly used in rituals. These threads explore the historical and cultural context of human remains, including evidence of cannibalism and ceremonial practices. The content is focused on paleoanthropology and archaeology rather than modern forensic or medical topics.
Ancient human bones found in an English cave not only show signs of cannibalism but also seem to have served another gruesome role: providing the raw material for so-called "skull cups."
These skulls-turned-goblets may have been used as vessels for blood, food or potent drinks during rituals...