Dudley Point

This triangular point exhibits a medium to large size range, characterized by a broad outline and a flattened cross-sectional profile. The blade edge displays variability, ranging from an excurvate curvature to a straight alignment. The shoulders are typically subdued and positioned at an elevated angle, lending a distinctive appearance to the point. The stem tapers inward, featuring a base that is either straight or subtly concave. The flaking pattern on this point is randomized, lacking a deliberate or organized arrangement, with flakes removed in a non-uniform manner.

The arrowheads exhibit a length range of 36 to 70 millimeters, while the blade width varies between 25 and 40 millimeters, based on a limited dataset.

This type is mainly discovered in Massachusetts and extends into Maine and northeastern New York.

In the realm of Native American arrowhead typology, the Dudley and Coburn variants are closely associated with the Wayland type, as noted by Justice in 2002. A key observation made by Justice is that these variants may occupy an intermediate position between the Susquehanna and Orient types. This suggests a potential evolutionary link between these distinct arrowhead styles, with the Dudley and Coburn variants possibly representing a transitional phase in the development of these forms. By examining the characteristics of these variants, researchers can gain a deeper understanding of the technological and cultural exchanges that occurred among Native American groups, ultimately shedding light on the complex history of arrowhead production and use in Eastern North America.