Shrunken Head2

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Yet another example of a diminutive cranial souvenir A "shrunken head" is a term used to describe the mummified human heads that were traditionally made by certain indigenous tribes in South America, particularly the Jivaro people of Ecuador and Peru. These heads were believed to have been shrunk through a process involving removal of the skin and soft tissue, followed by a drying and stretching technique. Today, such heads are often reproduced as tourist novelties or cultural artifacts. The mention of "another" in the given text suggests that this is not the first shrunken head encountered or discussed, implying that there may have been previous instances or examples of these gruesome artifacts. The use of the word "yet" adds emphasis to the fact that despite having seen others before, this particular shrunken head stands out in some way, perhaps due to its size, condition, or provenance. The term "diminutive cranial souvenir" is a more polite and less graphic way of describing a shrunken head, while still conveying the same basic idea. It also emphasizes the fact that this particular head was likely created as a keepsake or memento of some kind, further highlighting its cultural significance.