Souvenir Medal Monnaie de Paris 2007 - Homme de Tautavel (66)

The Tautavel Man, also known as the Tautavel Man, is a fossil hominid discovered in the Caune de l'Arago cave in Tautavel, France, in 1971. These remains date back to approximately 450,000 years ago and belong to the Homo heidelbergensis species. The discovery is of great significance in understanding human evolution in Europe, providing valuable insights into the morphology, culture, and way of life of the early inhabitants of the region. The Caune de l'Arago cave is a major archaeological site that has yielded other significant artifacts and fossils. The Museum of Prehistory in Tautavel displays these archaeological findings, including the remains of the Tautavel Man. This is a key discovery in the study of European prehistory.