Antler baton (Goughs Cave)
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Antler baton (Goughs Cave)
Reindeer antler baton excavated from Goughs Cave, Cheddar, Somerset dated at around 14, 000 to 12, 000 years old, (Creswellian)
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Antler Artiodactyl Artiodactyla Baton Capreolinae Caribou Cervidae Cheddar Creswellian Deer Epitheria Eutheria Even Toed Ungulate Gough Goughs Cave Great Britain Mammalia Placental Mammal Rangifer Reindeer Somerset Somersetshire Theria Ungulate Rangifer Tarandus
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1. Title: Ancient Reindeer Antler Baton Discovered in Goughs Cave, Cheddar, Somerset, England. This image showcases an ancient Reindeer antler baton, excavated from the depths of Goughs Cave in Cheddar, Somerset, England. Dated around 14,000 to 12,000 years old, this remarkable artifact is a testament to the rich history and cultural significance of the Creswellian period in Europe. The Reindeer antler baton, also known as a "Gough's Cave Reindeer Antler Baton," is an essential find for archaeologists and historians, providing valuable insights into the lives of our ancestors during the Mesolithic era. The baton, made from the antler of a Reindeer or Caribou (Rangifer tarandus), is believed to have been used for various purposes, including as a tool, weapon, or ceremonial object. The discovery of this antler baton in Goughs Cave, located in the picturesque village of Cheddar, adds to the growing body of evidence suggesting that humans and reindeer coexisted in the region during the late glacial period. Reindeer were an essential food source for early humans, and their bones and antlers have been found in numerous archaeological sites across Europe. The Reindeer, an even-toed ungulate belonging to the Cervidae family, is a mammal native to Europe, Siberia, and North America. They are part of the larger group of Artiodactyla, which includes other large herbivores such as deer, pigs, and camels. The Reindeer is an essential species within the Eutheria, or placental mammals, and is closely related to other Capreolinae, such as the Red Deer and Fallow Deer. This ancient Reindeer antler baton is a fascinating reminder of the deep connection between humans and the natural world, as well as the rich cultural heritage of Europe's past. Its discovery in Goughs Cave, Somerset, further emphasizes the importance of preserving and studying our archaeological sites to better understand the history and evolution of our species.
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