Archaeologists Reconstruct Face of 17th-Century 'Vampire' in Poland

Using modern technology, scientists have recreated the face of a woman believed to be a vampire, revealing insights into historical superstitions.

The remains of a woman, dubbed 'Zosia,' were discovered in 2022 in an unmarked cemetery in Pien, Poland.
She was buried with a sickle across her neck and a padlock on her foot, believed to prevent her from rising as a vampire.
Oscar Nilsson, a Swedish archaeologist, led the facial reconstruction using DNA, 3D printing, and clay modeling.
Analysis suggests Zosia suffered from health conditions that may have fueled vampire suspicions in her community.
The burial practices highlight 17th-century fears and superstitions during a time of social unrest in Europe.