T / K1b Tracing back to the fertile lands of the Crescent, witnessing the dawn of civilization

Key facts

Samples

Ancient DNA

• SI-42 Lebanon_Sidon 1154-1281 cal CESidon, South Lebanon1154-1281 cal CEaDNA
• ALA015 Alalakh Middle-Late Bronze Age c. 2000-1300 BCEAlalakh, Hatay Province, TürkiyeMiddle-Late Bronze Age (c. 2000-1300 BCE)aDNA
• STRAZ_I_70390/400-450; ZS D (Moosbauer 2005)aDNA
• I21043.AG3200 BPaDNA

FAQ

What is haplogroup T?

T (K1b) is a paternal haplogroup downstream of LT, formed about 30,150 years ago (YFull: 26,900), defined by 243 equivalent mutations; TheYtree curates 596 sub-clades and 749 samples under this lineage (personal 452 / scientific 80 / ancient 217).

When did T form?

T formed about 30,150 years ago (YFull: 26,900).

Where are T samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 749 samples under this lineage, mainly from السعودية、المملكة العربية السع、Türkiye.

How do I attach my sample to T?

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