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Rudabánya (Hungary)

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Definition: The paleontological site of Rudabánya, Hungary has been dated to the Miocene epoch of some 9-10 million years ago. Among the many fossils recovered from the site is a nearly complete cranium of one of our most important primate ancestors, Dryopithecus.

This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.

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