Marion Point

This triangular point exhibits a sturdy, medium to large size profile, measuring between 2 to 4 inches in length. Its cross-sectional shape varies from flattened to elliptical, providing a stable foundation for the blade. The blade itself displays a range of curvature, from straight to excurvate, and often features fine serrations along its edge. The shoulders of the point are characterized by broad, straight edges that may slope slightly upward or downward, albeit subtly. The stem tapers inward, terminating in a base that can be either straight or convex, with basal corners that are consistently rounded. The flaking pattern observed on this point is random, yet the overall craftsmanship is of exceptionally high quality, underscoring the skill of its creator.

The dimensions of the arrowheads are as follows: - Overall length ranges from 45 to 120 mm, with a typical length of 60 to 75 mm. - The stem measures between 10 and 25 mm in length, averaging 13 to 15 mm. - Blade width varies from 30 to 55 mm, with an average width of 35 to 45 mm. - At the shoulders, the stem width ranges from 21 to 28 mm, typically measuring 23 to 25 mm. - The basal width is between 12 and 21 mm, averaging 14 to 16 mm. - Thickness ranges from 5 to 8 mm, and also from 5 to 13 mm, indicating a possible variation in measurement methodology or location.

This type is mainly located in Florida and extends into Southwestern Georgia and Southeastern Alabama.

The Florida Archaic Stemmed type, a distinct category of Native American arrowheads, has been extensively studied and categorized. Notably, four subtypes have been identified within this classification, namely Alachua, Levy, Marion, and Putman, as initially recognized by Bullen and later referenced by Farr in 2006. A closer examination of these subtypes reveals that the Putman subtype is the earliest, characterized by a contracting stem and a convex base. In contrast, the Alachua, Levy, and Marion subtypes appear to be contemporaneous, with their variations primarily distinguished by differences in stem morphology. According to Granger and Granger's research in 2013, these subtle distinctions have enabled archaeologists to subdivide the Florida Archaic Stemmed type into more specific categories. Interestingly, points belonging to this type are among the most frequently discovered in Florida, underscoring their significance in the state's archaeological record, as also highlighted by Granger and Granger in 2013.