Baby Found Hidden In Coffin Of 17th Century Swedish Bishop
- 9 years ago
Researchers studying the remains of a particularly well-preserved 17th century bishop found that there was a premature baby buried in the coffin with him.
Researchers were already excited about studying the remains of a particularly well-preserved 17th century bishop, but a scan revealed there was more inside the coffin than they’d ever imagined.
Nestled beneath the feet of Peder Winstrup was the body of a prematurely born baby.
Earlier assessments of the burial vessel’s contents didn’t indicate its presence, as the tiny body was well concealed,
Researchers were already excited about studying the remains of a particularly well-preserved 17th century bishop, but a scan revealed there was more inside the coffin than they’d ever imagined.
Nestled beneath the feet of Peder Winstrup was the body of a prematurely born baby.
Earlier assessments of the burial vessel’s contents didn’t indicate its presence, as the tiny body was well concealed,