1. St. Charles Dovetail point
Early to Middle Archaic period, 9000-5000 BCE
Length: 2 1/8 in.
White flint (Dover)
Sangamon County, Central Illinois
In fine condition with ancient basal grinding, resharpening and wear
Provenance: Old Springfield IL private collection, 1950's
2. Spade form
Mississippian period, CE 1000-1500
Size: 4.5 x 3.25 in.
Mill Creek Chert
Central-southern Illinois
In fine condition; iron oxide and soil deposits, overall. Mat sheen patina from repeated use in ancient times.
Provenance: Old Springfield IL private collection, 1950's
Condition
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