- In Tanzania, archaeologists have found evidence of early hominins using stone tools to modify fossil bones, suggesting that they were valued for their aesthetic or symbolic qualities.
- In South Africa, carved stone spheres dating back to the Middle Stone Age have been found, suggesting that ancient people were interested in the shapes and textures of stones.
- In Ethiopia, archaeologists have found evidence of early hominins collecting and using obsidian, a volcanic glass, for making tools and weapons. This suggests that they valued the material for its strength and sharpness.
- In Egypt, ancient Egyptians used a variety of stones, including limestone, sandstone, and granite, to build pyramids, temples, and other structures. This suggests that they valued these stones for their durability and aesthetic qualities.
Overall, the evidence suggests that ancient African people valued fossils and rocks for a variety of reasons, including their aesthetic, symbolic, and practical qualities.
