Homo habilis cranium (KNM-ER 1813) C016 / 5090
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Homo habilis cranium (KNM-ER 1813) C016 / 5090
Homo habilis cranium (KNM-ER 1813). This cast is of a relatively complete fossil skull named KNM-ER 1813. It was found in Koobi Fora, Kenya in 1973 by Kamoya Kimeu, and is estimated to be 1.8 million years old. H. habilis is thought to have lived approximately 2-1.6 million years ago, and had a brain size just less than half that of modern humans
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This print showcases the Homo habilis cranium (KNM-ER 1813), a remarkable fossil skull that provides valuable insights into our ancient human ancestors. Discovered in Koobi Fora, Kenya in 1973 by Kamoya Kimeu, this relatively complete specimen is estimated to be an astounding 1.8 million years old. Homo habilis, believed to have lived around 2-1.6 million years ago, possessed a brain size just under half that of modern humans. This cast of KNM-ER 1813 allows us to examine and study the intricate details of this ancestral hominin's cranium. Displayed against a pristine white background, this photograph captures the historical significance and natural beauty of this African treasure. It serves as a testament to the wonders found within our Earth's geological past. Located at the Natural History Museum in London, this studio shot offers researchers and enthusiasts alike an up-close encounter with one of our earliest known human ancestors. The frontal view highlights every bone and contour preserved within this fossilized cranium. With its rich history and scientific importance, this image represents not only a single piece of bone but also countless stories about human evolution waiting to be uncovered. It reminds us how far we've come as a species while igniting curiosity about our prehistoric origins.
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