The 'incredibly rare' artefact, called the Bar Hill Comb, is among items found in A14 excavations.
An "incredibly rare" ancient comb made from human skull has been identified among thousands of artefacts recovered during archaeological excavations.It was among 280,000 items of interest collected between 2016 and 2018 during the A14 improvement scheme.
The team has been analysing artefacts recovered during the archaeological excavations that preceded the construction of the £1.5bn National HighwaysThe ancient bone comb, dating from the Iron Age , was found at Bar Hill, four miles north-west of Cambridge.The presence of a hole in the comb suggests it was worn as an amulet, rather than used as an accessory
"The Bar Hill Comb may have been a highly symbolic and powerful object for members of the local community," Mr Marshall said. Mr Marshall said there was no evidence of wear on the comb teeth, suggesting it was never used as a functional item but the circular hole may have meant it was worm as an amulet.
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