Analysis of centuries-old skeletons ‘inconclusive’

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Otherwise, we'll assume you're OK to continue. Analysis of centuries-old skeletons 'inconclusive' Further tests are to be carried out on skeletons recovered from a centuries-old mass grave in Durham City. Initial analysis on the bones of 28 individuals recovered from the site provided some evidence as to their origins and identity but was inconclusive. The tests, coordinated and partly carried out by Durham University's Department of Archaeology , included examination of the human bones by academic specialists; radiocarbon dating of two individuals and a programme of isotope analysis to ascertain diet. The University is to commission radiocarbon dating of some of the other skeletons, with results expected in the New Year.