Discovery of 8,000-year-old bone flute shocks archaeologists

The flute, crafted from animal bones, is exquisite and unique, revealing a mysterious musical tradition never recorded in ancient Iranian history.

Shahrud is located in Semnan Province, Iran and is famous for its diverse landscape, ancient ruins and connection to the Silk Road. And Sang-e Chakhmaq (meaning "mound of flint"), one of Iran's most important Neolithic settlements, is located in this area. Photo: @National Museum of Iran.

While excavating at the Sang-e Chakhmaq mound, experts from the National Museum of Iran unexpectedly found a strange ancient object. Photo: @National Museum of Iran.

It is a prehistoric flute estimated to be around 8,000 years old, and it is worth noting that this flute is made entirely of bone. Photo: @National Museum of Iran.

Further analysis and archaeological exploration revealed that the flute was made from the bones of a large migratory bird. Photo: @National Museum of Iran.

It has four main finger holes and an additional hole near the tip of the flute - a testament to the sophisticated craftsmanship of prehistoric people 8,000 years ago. Photo: @National Museum of Iran.

Dr Biglari from the National Museum of Iran believes that the bone flutes found at Sang-e Chakhmaq may have served a variety of purposes in early human societies. They could have been used in spiritual ceremonies, community rituals, or even for practical tasks such as herding livestock, or transmitting signals over long distances. Photo: @National Museum of Iran.

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