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Surprisingly Advanced Ancient Spear Tip Was Not Made by Modern Humans : ScienceAlert

Last updated: May 10, 2025 6:40 pm
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Neanderthals Crafted Bone Weapons 80,000 Years Ago, Study Finds

A groundbreaking discovery in Russia has shed new light on the technological capabilities of our ancient relatives, the Neanderthals. Researchers recently unearthed a spear tip carved from bone that dates back a staggering 80,000 years, a time long before modern humans set foot in Europe.

According to the findings published in the Journal of Archaeological Science, it is highly likely that the Neanderthals, scientifically known as Homo neanderthalensis, were the masterminds behind this innovative hunting weapon. This challenges previous beliefs that only Homo sapiens had the capacity for such advanced tool-making.

Five photos of the spear tip
View of the bone spear tip from each side. (Golovanova et al., J. Archaeol. Sc., 2025)

Lead by archeologist Liubov Golovanova, the research team behind this groundbreaking study suggests that Neanderthals were not only adept at crafting bone weapons but also did so independently from early modern humans who arrived in Europe much later.

Further evidence of Neanderthals’ bone tool-making skills includes a cache of bone tools from Siberia dating back 50,000 years and leather-softening tools from Europe that are approximately 40,000 years old. These discoveries indicate a level of craftsmanship previously attributed solely to Homo sapiens.

The Oldest Spear Tip Found in Russia Was Not Made by Us
Details of the tip of the bone hunting weapon. (Golovanova et al., J. Archaeol. Sc., 2025)

The scarcity of Neanderthal bone tools compared to stone tools may be due to environmental conditions affecting their preservation over time. However, the remarkably well-preserved bone spear tip found in the Mezmaiskaya Cave offers a rare glimpse into the past.

Illustrated outlines of stone tools
Stone tools found alongside the spear tip. (Golovanova et al., J. Archaeol. Sc., 2025)

The exceptional preservation of the bone spear tip at Mezmaiskaya Cave indicates that it was used in hunting, as evidenced by cracks and lack of wear on the tool. The bone was likely sourced from a bison, further showcasing the resourcefulness and skill of Neanderthals in weapon-making.

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This remarkable study not only challenges our preconceptions about Neanderthals but also highlights the sophistication of their tool-making abilities. The legacy of our ancient relatives continues to intrigue and inspire researchers as we uncover more about their fascinating past.

For more details, you can access the original study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science.

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