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Homo erectus lower jaw C013  /  6551


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Homo erectus lower jaw C013 / 6551

Cast of a Homo erectus mandible (lower jaw). The fossil this cast was taken from is known as SK 15 Member 2, and was found at Swartkrans, South Africa. Homo erectus is the most widespread and longest-surviving of all the fossil hominids. Its geographical spread included north and east Africa, Europe, Indonesia and China, where it lived between 1 and 2 million years ago

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Ancestor Anthropological Anthropology Cast Early Human Early Man Extinct Fossil Human Fossil Man Fossilised Fossilized Hominid Mandible Palaeontological Paleontological Prehistoric Prehistory Preserved South Africa Specimen Teeth Palaeontology


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This print showcases a cast of the Homo erectus lower jaw, specifically known as C013 / 6551. Derived from the fossil named SK 15 Member 2, discovered in Swartkrans, South Africa, this remarkable specimen sheds light on our ancient ancestors. Homo erectus holds immense significance in the field of anthropology and paleontology due to its extensive geographical distribution and long survival period among all fossil hominids. This species inhabited regions spanning north and east Africa, Europe, Indonesia, and China approximately one to two million years ago. The preserved mandible offers a glimpse into the physical characteristics of early humans during prehistoric times. Its fossilized state provides invaluable insights for anthropological research and allows us to better understand our evolutionary journey. Displayed by the Natural History Museum in London through Science Photo Library's stunning print collection, this image serves as a testament to humanity's curiosity about our origins. It symbolizes our relentless pursuit of knowledge regarding extinct species like Homo erectus while highlighting the importance of preserving such fossils for future generations. With every detail meticulously captured in this photograph – from teeth structure to bone preservation – viewers are transported back in time to witness an extraordinary piece of history firsthand.

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