Flick International Close-up of a weathered ancient stone head with curly hair and a faint smile found at Skaill Farm

Ancient Carved Head with Mysterious Smile Discovered by Student at Scottish Farm

Ancient Carved Head with Mysterious Smile Discovered by Student at Scottish Farm

An archaeology student found herself astonished when a finely carved ancient head unexpectedly rolled out during excavation, appearing to smile back at her.

This remarkable discovery occurred at Skaill Farm on the Scottish island of Rousay. The University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute announced this significant find on July 24. The site is part of a broader, ongoing research initiative led by the institute.

While working along the trench wall, student Katie Joss described the moment the head seemed to