Aberiso burning and crushing shells

The British Museum 2026 Open access

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Authors: Bruno Pastre Máximo
DOI: 10.25420/britishmuseum.31656019
Cited by: 0

Abstract

Aberiso builds a bonfire made of layers of dry vegetation with oyster shells placed at the centre.

Fields of Study & Subjects

African history and culture studies Archaeology and Rock Art Studies Archaeology and ancient environmental studies

Publication details

Journal / source
The British Museum
Publication date
13 March 2026
Language
EN