Replica of Ardipithecus ramidus Skull (BH-039) Description – Materials & Production: 3D-printed from durable plastic using a detailed digital scan of the original Ardipithecus ramidus skull (specimen BH-039). Hand-painted to accurately reproduce the fossil's color and texture. Dimensions: Full-scale, life-sized replica: 172 mm (length) × 132 mm (width) × 183 mm (height) / 6.77" (length) × 5.20" (width) × 7.20" (height) Jaw: Detachable lower jaw for detailed examination Anthropological Significance: Dating: ~4.4 million years ago Discovered: 1994, Aramis (Ethiopia) Importance:
One of the oldest known hominids
Transitional species between human-chimpanzee common ancestors
Shows early signs of bipedalism
Features: Primitive Traits:
Small brain capacity (~300-350 cm³)
Protruding face
Large canines
Advanced Features:
Cranial base structure indicative of bipedalism
Smaller canines compared to apes
Unique Characteristics:
Combination of arboreal and terrestrial adaptations
