“I Held Her Skull in That Ceremony”: Oxford’s Shocking Use of Enslaved Woman’s Remains Sparks Global Outrage - Sustainability Times

“I Held Her Skull in That Ceremony”: Oxford’s Shocking Use of Enslaved Woman’s Remains Sparks Global Outrage - Sustainability Times

IN A NUTSHELL Oxford University uncovered a ritual involving a chalice made from a skull, highlighting its colonial past. Archaeologist Dan Hicks traced the chalice’s origins, revealing it likely belonged to an enslaved Caribbean woman. The chalice, once part of formal dinners, is now stored in an archive, raising ethical questions about artifact preservation. The discovery prompts a broader discussion on how institutions can address and learn …