Necropolis of Remedello Sotto, Archaeological site in Remedello di Sotto, Italy.
The Necropolis of Remedello Sotto is an archaeological site containing 16 reconstructed burial sites from the Copper Age. The skeletons were positioned on their left side, showing a deliberate and organized burial custom.
Excavations uncovered copper items, including an axe similar to objects found with the Similaun Alps mummy, placing the site in the Copper Age. This link connects the location to a broader prehistoric period.
The burial grounds show gender-specific practices, with tomb 63 containing items like bracelets and copper tools instead of weapons typically found elsewhere. These differences suggest a structured social organization reflected in what was placed with the deceased.
The archaeological findings from excavations can be examined at the Museo Chierici, which houses many artifacts recovered from the site. This museum provides an organized way to understand the discoveries and their context.
Tomb 62 contained early copper daggers with distinct tangs and reinforcing ribs, showing advanced metalworking skills. These weapons rank among the earliest examples of this type and reveal specialized craftwork.
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