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silvia bello
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Silvia Bello is a scientist at London's Natural History Museum who led research on ancient human bones found in an English cave. The bones show signs of cannibalism and were crafted into skull cups, possibly used as vessels for blood, food, or drinks during rituals. Bello's work highlights the complexity of past human behaviors, noting that while such practices may seem gruesome today, they reflect cultural norms of their time.
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...