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Skeleton of post-medieval female with foetus
The skeleton of this pregnant young woman and her unborn child, estimated to have died between 1700 and 1850, was excavated from the site of Chelsea Old Church, London. The 22-week foetus is thought to be the youngest discovered in British archeology.
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Skeleton of post-medieval female with foetus (view two)
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Skull of post-medieval female
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Skeleton of post-medieval female with foetus (close-up)
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Skeleton of William Wood
The skeleton of William Wood, who died in 1842 aged 84, was excavated at the site of Chelsea Old Church, Old Church St, SW13.
Records show that he was a butcher by trade, but was also appointed as the parish beadle. A minor parochial servant, his duties would have included keeping order in the church and assisting other parish officials.
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Skeleton of William Wood
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Skeleton of medieval female
The skeleton of a medieval female aged 25-36, dated 1350-1400. These remains were excavated from beneath the Royal Mint, East Smithfield, London. The copper waste from the manufacture of coins has stained the head and neck area green.
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Skull of medieval female
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Skull of medieval female (view two)
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Skull of medieval female (view three)
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