7. “Cauldrons”
Found Year: 2011 Estimated Value: N/A
The oldest intact human skeleton in Great Britain, the historic Cheddar Man, is kept in Gough’s Cave in Somerset, England. But within its halls is a more sinister period in human history. There were several human bones with cut marks on them, which is indicative of cannibalism in this time period.
“Skull Cups” on Pinterest and @dailymirror
Skull cups, which are made from pieces of five to seven skulls, including a three-year-old’s, are what really startle. These gruesome relics offer a startling window into antiquated customs, upsetting contemporary sensibilities and serving as a sharp reminder of the intricacies inherent in historical documentation.
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