Ancient Britons used skulls as cups
Scientists have uncovered skeletal remains which revealed ancient Britons used human skulls as drinking cups.
The 14,700-year-old objects were discovered in Gough’s Cave, Somerset.
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LIMITED OFFERScientists have uncovered skeletal remains which revealed ancient Britons used human skulls as drinking cups.
The 14,700-year-old objects were discovered in Gough’s Cave, Somerset.
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