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Ancient Ostrich Eggshells Reveal the Deep History of Human Creativity and Planning

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Ancient Ostrich Eggshells Reveal the Deep History of Human Creativity and Planning

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Archaeologists studying 60,000-year-old engraved ostrich eggshells from southern Africa have discovered highly organized geometric patterns, including grids and right angles. These findings suggest that our early ancestors possessed a sophisticated ability for mental planning and artistic rules much earlier than previously thought.

Archaeologists studying 60,000-year-old engraved ostrich eggshells from southern Africa have discovered highly organized geometric patterns, including grids and right angles. These findings suggest that our early ancestors possessed a sophisticated ability for mental planning and artistic rules much earlier than previously thought.

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