Research
Over the centuries, countless historically significant specimens have drifted into private hands or slipped into the dark corners of institutional archives. When specimens pass into private hands, their provenance, historical context, and technical details are easily separated and forgotten. Without proper cataloging, they risk being treated as mere curiosities rather than vital historical artifacts.
Skeletal Salvation frequently encounters historically significant specimens and is dedicated to mending their fragmented context through rigorous research. Our findings are published directly on this page, offering open access to the specimens along with opportunities to collaborate on research.
5-6 Year old Wolfgang Defenfelder Skull
Skeletal Salvation acquired this exceptionally rare pediatric skull, authenticated as a Wolfgang Degenfelder preparation by its distinct rubber-capped mandibular condyles and maker plaque. With only 300 total medical skulls ever produced by Degenfelder—and far fewer pediatric examples—this piece is extraordinarily scarce, especially in this level of preservation. The specimen was sent to the University of Chicago for CT scanning to aid in advanced academic research.