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Denis Krotovas

Experts Stunned By Archaeology Student’s Discovery Of Ancient Head Carving With “Unusual” Features

Archaeology is fascinating stuff. Far from just digging around in the dust and dirt, archaeologists uncover clues about civilization’s past and make groundbreaking discoveries that can sometimes turn what we know about history on its head.

One archaeology student working on the Scottish island of Rousay got a shock when an ancient, carved rock head rolled out, seemingly smiling at her. The archaeological community has since been stunned by the discovery, with one expert calling it the first of its kind.

An archaeology student excavating on the Scottish island of Rousay has discovered an ancient, carved head that’s turning… heads

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