Florisbad archaeological and paleontological site, Archaeological research site in Free State Province, South Africa.
The Florisbad site contains multiple excavation layers, extending 7 meters deep into sediments that preserve organic materials within sand and peat deposits.
The discovery of a partial human cranium in 1932 revealed a specimen dated to 259,000 years ago, representing an early form of human evolution.
Middle Stone Age tools found at the location demonstrate the manufacturing methods and resource utilization patterns of early human populations in southern Africa.
Located 45 kilometers northwest of Bloemfontein, the site presents four distinct categories of stone artifacts, including Macrolithics and the Florisbad Industry.
The skull discovered at Florisbad exhibits a brain capacity of 1,400 cubic centimeters, exceeding the average measurements of current human populations.
GPS coordinates: -28.76670,26.06670
Latest update: May 19, 2025 03:36
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