The Bell Beaker Culture was a prehistoric European culture that emerged around 2800 BCE and lasted until about 1800 BCE. It is named after the distinctive bell-shaped pottery that characterized the culture. This culture spread across various regions, including parts of Western Europe, Britain, and Iberia, and is known for its advanced metalworking, particularly in copper and gold. The Bell Beaker people were primarily pastoralists and farmers, and they engaged in trade, which facilitated cultural exchange. They are also associated with the introduction of new burial practices, including the use of individual graves and grave goods, reflecting their beliefs about the afterlife and social status.