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Cremated bones

Cremated remains of humans and animals from the fire layer. An analysis of the remains of the bones showed a man and a woman as well as horses, dogs and cattle and also a bear claw. Grave find, Klinta, Köping Parish, Öland.

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Object number: 434826_HST

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