Homo erectus Dmanisi Skull 2

BH-056 $430.00

(Stand Sold Separately)

1.7 MYA. The Dmanisi site in the country of Georgia has yielded incredible hominin fossil finds of the species Homo erectus, adding further documentation to the presence of Homo existing outside of Africa around 1.7 million years ago during the Plio-Pleistocene period. This specimen is one of five individuals found in the same area and provides a unique insight into the morphological variation within a small population sample of human ancestors.

The D2282 (cranium)/D211 (mandible) were excavated from the Dmanisi site during the 1999 excavation season. This mostly complete cranium has a thin browridge, small mastoid processes, a smooth occipital surface, a small mandible and newly erupted 3rd molars, indicating this was a young female Homo erectus. It also has sustained some post mortem damage due to taphonomic forces (processes that affect an organism after death) that have distorted the facial skeleton and bottom of the cranium. The interorbital region (the space between the eyes) is missing and there is extensive fracturing on both cheeks. The lower aspect of the face is pulled forward from its original position appearing more prognathic than normal. The occipital portion of the cranium sustained heavy damage by being crushed, distorting the foramen magnum. Much of the interior and exterior portions of the braincase remain intact, giving an interior cranial volume of 660cc. While this cranium is less well preserved than the other Dmanisi crania, it still retains facial characteristics that fit within the Dmanisi group.

The Bone Clones® Fossil Hominid line is composed of discoveries from anatomically modern humans, archaic humans, early Homo, early hominins, and other hominids. The majority of the casts in this line have been recreated by our team of anatomical sculptors. Some are reconstructions made by anthropology professionals using fragmentary elements from original discoveries and extrapolating the missing parts from those (i.e. Neanderthal skeleton).

2-part skull (separate cranium & jaw).

Custom display stand available below.

Jaw available individually as well, please inquire.