W6b

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W6b is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of W6, formed about 3,100 years ago, defined by 3 mutations; TheYtree curates 2 sub-clades and 12 samples under this lineage (Personal 2 / Ancient 10).

Key facts

Upstream lineageW6
Downstream sub-clades2
Defining mutations3
TMRCA~3,100 yr · 3.1 kya
AliasesYFull W6b · FTDNA W6b

Samples

12Samples in lineage
2Personal
0Scientific
10Ancient
Georgia 2Saudi Arabia 1Türkiye 1Republic of Abkhazia 1Ukraine 1Armenia 1

Representative ancient samples (aDNA)

FAQ

What is haplogroup W6b?

W6b is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of W6, formed about 3,100 years ago, defined by 3 mutations; TheYtree curates 2 sub-clades and 12 samples under this lineage (Personal 2 / Ancient 10).

When did W6b form?

W6b formed about 3,100 years ago.

Where are W6b samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 12 samples under this lineage, mainly from Georgia、Saudi Arabia、Türkiye.

How do I attach my sample to W6b?

Register and use the Free Submit tool to submit your maternal haplogroup or mutations; it will be placed on the corresponding maternal tree.



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