Hofmeyr Skull, Hominin fossil discovery site in Hofmeyr, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
The fossilized cranium exhibits features of an anatomically modern human with preserved bone structure and detailed morphological characteristics for scientific examination.
Located in 1952 near the Vlekpoort River, the skull underwent dating processes that determined its age at approximately 36,200 years, adding to human evolution knowledge.
The specimen represents a connection between African and European Upper Paleolithic populations, contributing to theories about early human migration patterns.
Researchers employ advanced dating techniques, including optically stimulated luminescence and uranium-series methods, to study the fossil at the Port Elizabeth Museum.
The skull's distinct characteristics differ from local Khoisan populations while sharing morphological features with Upper Paleolithic European human remains.
GPS coordinates: -31.56667,25.96667
Latest update: March 8, 2025 22:11
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