Native American, Southern to Western United States, Archaic to Woodland period, 2000 BCE to 1800 CE (4000 to 200 BP). A great collection of 63 stone projectile points; a diverse assortment which includes many types and forms of triangular side notch, unifacial triangular side notch, expanding stem, triangular, corner notch, and side notched. Each point is hand-knapped and a petite size, made of matte chert or a semi-translucent quartzite. Most exhibit of a triangular form with or without serrated edges and side or basal notches; several lack notches altogether. A rich variety of forms that developed all from the simple flaking process is nicely exemplified by this gathering of points. All is displayed in modern Riker case. Size of largest point: 1.125" L x 0.675" W (2.9 cm x 1.7 cm); case: 12.25" L x 8.25" W (31.1 cm x 21 cm)
Provenance: private Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA collection; ex-Dr. David Harner collection, Springdale, Arkansas, USA, acquired between the 1950s and 1960s
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Condition
Old adhesive residue and mounting material attached to the backs of 10. Old inventory number written on 2. Chips and losses to tips and fins on several. Most are intact and excellent. Displayed in a modern Riker case.