Two celtiberian genomes (I3759 + I3758) 23andme format

The Celtiberians were a group of Iron Age peoples inhabiting the central and northern parts of the Iberian Peninsula, particularly the Meseta region, during the late first millennium BCE. They were a fusion of indigenous Iberian and Celtic influences, resulting in a unique culture that combined elements from both traditions.

Celtiberian clothing was practical and reflected their status and environment. Men typically wore tunics, often made of wool, which were secured at the waist with a belt. Over the tunic, they donned cloaks, known as sagum, which served as protection against the cold. Women wore long dresses, frequently adorned with intricate patterns. Jewelry such as brooches, bracelets, and necklaces was common, crafted from bronze, silver, or even gold.

Sandals or simple leather shoes were standard. Wool and linen were the primary materials used, dyed with natural pigments derived from plants and minerals.

Celtiberians celebrated seasonal festivals tied to agricultural cycles. They also honored a pantheon of deities associated with nature, war, and the underworld. Warrior culture was prominent, with rites of passage often involving demonstrations of bravery.

Their settlements, known as castros, were usually built on hilltops for strategic defense. These forts were surrounded by stone walls and ditches to deter invaders. The dwellings within castros were circular or rectangular, made of stone foundations and topped with thatched roofs. Floors were often compacted earth. After Roman conquest, Celtiberian settlements began to incorporate Roman architectural elements like forums and bathhouses.

Celtiberian pottery was functional but often decorated with artistic motifs. They employed hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques, firing their pottery in kilns. Common designs included geometric patterns, spirals, and animal figures, often painted in red or black. Iberian influences introduced more intricate decorations, while Celtic motifs emphasized natural and abstract shapes.

For this video, I gathered two celtiberian genomes, let’s nickname them Fergus and Bridget. Fergus was male and carried Y lineage I2a and mitochondrial lineage H1. Bridget was female and carrier mitochondrial lineage U5b. I ran the genomes through my Trait Predictor tool for DNA analysis.