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Unraveling the Past: Ancient Ivory Baton Reveals Surprising Purpose in Rope-Making

Decoding the Mysteries of a 37,000-Year-Old Tool

Feb 03, 2024
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In a remarkable revelation, researchers from the University of Tübingen challenge the conventional view of an ancient ivory baton discovered in Germany's Hohle Fels cave. Previously believed to be a mere work of art, this 37,000-year-old artifact now emerges as a sophisticated tool for crafting rope. Published in Science Advances1, the study by Nicholas …

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