Authenticated Copy of the Murillo Velarde Map of 1734.
We are pleased to announce that the AIMS Museo Maritimo of CLAMS has recently obtained and procured several new items that will enrich our collection and enhance our exhibitions. These additions include:
Replica of the Laguna Copperplate Inscription.
Facsimile of the Laguna Copperplate Inscription (LCI)
The Laguna Copperplate Inscription is regarded as the earliest known document in the Philippines, granting the descendants of Namwaran freedom from a gold debt and referencing the Kingdom of Tondo (Tundun). This inscription serves as evidence of early Filipinos' use of the Old Malay language, their adoption of the Hindu calendar system, and their active participation in maritime trade via river networks.
Replica of a Tabon Man Skull Cap (Center), Callao Man Foot Bone (Left), and Callao Man Teeth (Right).
Replica of a Tabon Man Skull Cap
Discovered in 1962 by National Museum of the Philippines anthropologist Dr. Robert B. Fox in the Tabon Caves of Quezon, Palawan, this skull cap—believed to be from a female—represents the oldest known human skull cap (Homo sapiens sapiens) found in the Philippines. The discovery also included jawbones, teeth, and stone tools, providing significant insights into the lives of early humans during the Stone Age.
Replica of a Philippine Rhinoceros Bone.
Replica of a Philippine Rhinoceros Bone
The Philippine Rhinoceros bone, discovered in 2014 in Kalinga, belongs to an extinct species known as Nesorhinus. This finding confirms the presence of early humans (hominins) in the Philippines around 709,000 years ago and provides evidence of their butchering activities using stone tools.
Replica of the Callao Man Foot Bone
The foot bone of Homo Luzonensis, also known as Callao Man, was uncovered by a team of archaeologists in Callao Cave, Peñablanca, Cagayan. The curved shape of the toe bone suggests that these archaic humans engaged in climbing, offering valuable insights into their physical adaptations and lifestyle.
Replica of the Callao Man Teeth
Unearthed by a team of archaeologists in Callao Cave, Peñablanca, Cagayan, Philippines, the remains of three Homo Luzonensis individuals—comprising teeth and a toe bone—provide compelling evidence of pygmy hominins existing during the Late Pleistocene period. These findings represent the earliest known human remains in the Philippines, predating the previously discovered Tabon Man remains in Palawan.
Certified Copy of the Murillo-Velarde Map of 1734
The Murillo-Velarde map, created in 1734, is crucial for understanding the Philippines during early Spanish colonization. It provides a detailed depiction of geography, towns, and indigenous groups and serves as a legal reference in territorial disputes. Recognized for its artistic and cartographic excellence, the map has influenced subsequent mapping efforts and is essential for comprehending the country’s colonial history and legacy.
We invite everyone to explore these new additions to our museum! Admission is free for all members of the AIMS community, and we are open Tuesday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
We want to express our sincere gratitude to the members of CLAMS and especially to our Vice President for Student Services and Development, Ma’am Janet Abuid-Dandan, for her invaluable guidance and leadership.
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