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In an extraordinary archaeological discovery in Freising, Germany, experts have unearthed a medieval skeleton equipped with an iron prosthetic hand. The burial, dated to the 15th century, offers compelling evidence of early prosthetic technology and medical innovation.

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[–] Ketchup@reddthat.com 51 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Clickbait picture. Real hand looks like a stoneware brick, or Mexican ET

[–] Salamendacious@lemmy.world 25 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Yeah the article chooses the thumbnail unfortunately. I thought it was a good article though.

[–] Ketchup@reddthat.com 18 points 2 years ago

It’s a good read. Didn’t mean to rain on your post. :)

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 17 points 2 years ago (1 children)
[–] Salamendacious@lemmy.world 18 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Alright you primitive screwheads listen up ... This is my BOOMSTICK!

[–] metostopholes@lemmy.world 12 points 2 years ago (1 children)
[–] Crackhappy@lemmy.world 5 points 2 years ago (1 children)
[–] nocturne213@lemm.ee 1 points 2 years ago (1 children)

It’s a trick! Get an axe.

[–] TheOgreChef@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago

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[–] sagrotan@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago

Looks like they should've oiled it a bit more before burial. But what do I know, in not a German 15th century engineerius.