Homo naledi Skull Replica Description – Materials & Production: 3D-printed from durable plastic using a detailed scan of the original Homo naledi skull discovered in the Rising Star Cave (South Africa). Hand-painted to accurately replicate the color and texture of the genuine fossil. Dimensions: Full-scale life-sized replica: 194 mm / 7.6" (length) × 122 mm / 4.8" (width) × 150 mm / 5.9" (height) Jaw: Lower jaw is fixed (non-detachable, single-piece model). Anthropological Significance:
Dating: ~236,000–335,000 years old
Discovery: 2013–2014 in Rising Star Cave, South Africa
Unique species combining primitive traits (small brain) and advanced features (limb structure, skull shape)
Brain capacity: ~460–610 cm³ (comparable to australopithecines)
Evolutionary role: Possibly an isolated population or example of parallel development
Key Features:
Gracile skull with modest brow ridges
Mix of archaic (narrow forehead, sloping occipital) and progressive traits (dental structure)
Controversial taxonomy – may have coexisted with early Homo sapiens
Applications:
Hominid evolution research & anthropological studies
Educational resource for students & museums
Scientific collections & reconstructions
Stylish scientific decor element
Perfect for research, education, or expanding your collection!
