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A vampire burial: A Polish woman was buried with a sickle to stop her rising from the grave

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A vampire burial: A Polish woman was buried with a sickle to stop her rising from the grave
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Unveiled by time, Zosia's grave in Pień offers a glimpse into 17th century Polish traditions regarding death and the supernatural. Archaeologists found an iron sickle and a toe-bound padlock alongside her remains, suggesting efforts to prevent her from rising as a vampire. This peculiar burial practice hints at Zosia's affluent background, compelling researchers to dive deeper into her life and the cultural fears that shaped her final resting place.

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