Manuports in the context of archaeology (phys.org)
from recreationalplacebos@midwest.social to archaeology@mander.xyz on 15 Mar 2024 22:05
https://midwest.social/post/9903815

Derived from the Latin words “manus,” meaning “hand,” and “portare,” meaning “to carry,” a manuport is an un-altered object that has been transported by a “person” away from its place of origin.

Not that your shell isn’t super cool, but manuports are most interesting in the context of archaeology. When attributed to hominins living millions of years ago, they provide a window into the lives of our ancient ancestors.

#archaeology