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As part of the study, researchers created a 3D replica of the ancient mug. (Cassidy Delamarter)

Ancient Egyptians Drank Psychedelic Concoctions From This 2,000-Year-Old Mug, Study Finds

Scientists have discovered traces of hallucinogens in a small vessel depicting an Egyptian deity that may have been used in ancient rituals
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