Anaqua Point

This diminutive projectile point, measuring between 1 to 1.5 inches in length, exhibits a triangular form with a corner notch configuration. Its cross-sectional profile is elliptical, providing a sturdy foundation for the blade. The blade's curvature can range from slightly excurvate to straight, and it features pronounced serrations that are generally symmetrical, with a deeper concentration near the base that gradually becomes more refined towards the distal tip. The shoulders of this point can display varying degrees of morphology, from barbed to horizontal orientations. The stem is characterized by an expanded shape, while the base is marked by a deep concavity, giving rise to distinctive basal ears. The flaking pattern observed on this point is random, lacking a discernible order or sequence.

The dimensions of the arrowheads are characterized by the following measurements: overall length ranges from 30 to 45 mm, while the stem length varies between 4 to 7 mm. The width of the blade spans from 7 to 12 mm, and the neck width is measured between 4 to 6 mm. Additionally, the basal width is recorded to be between 8 to 11 mm, noting that these measurements are derived from a limited dataset.

This type is mainly discovered in the southern Guadalupe River basin area of the middle coastal region.

In their 2011 publication, Turner, Hester, and Reynolds noted a significant pattern of co-occurrence between the point in question and other distinct types, specifically Scallorn and Perdiz points. This association suggests that these point styles may have been used contemporaneously or even by the same cultural groups, providing valuable insights into the technological and social dynamics of the time. The frequent discovery of these points together at archaeological sites implies a level of cultural exchange, shared technological knowledge, or possibly even a common ancestral tradition among the Native American groups that crafted them.