Qafzeh: Oldest Intentional Burial
Intentional burial
At Qafzeh, Israel, the remains of as many as 15 individuals of modern humans (Homo sapiens) were found in a cave, along with 71 pieces of red ocher and ocher-stained stone tools. The ocher was found near the bones, suggesting it was used in a ritual.
Exhibit Item
Site:
Qafzeh
Year of Discovery:
Discovered by:
R. Neuville
Age:
About 100,000 years old
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