10,000-Year-Old Crayon Found in Ancient Lake Was Used to Decorate Animal Skins | Ancient Origins

30/10/2025 3 min
10,000-Year-Old Crayon Found in Ancient Lake Was Used to Decorate Animal Skins | Ancient Origins

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Archaeologists have reportedly discovered a prehistoric, ochre crayon believed to have been used to draw on animal skins 10,000 years ago. The crayon was discovered near the site of an ancient lake in North Yorkshire, England.

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