Arrowhead type

Shumla Point

ShumlaLate Archaic to Transitional Archaic

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Key facts

Cultural period
Late Archaic to Transitional Archaic
Size
Small to Medium
Shape
Basal Notch

More from the Archaic period

Description

More information needed.

Size

The dimensions of this arrowhead type are characterized by a total length ranging from 23 to 100 mm, with a mean length of 48 mm. The stem portion measures between 5 and 15 mm in length, averaging 10 mm. In terms of width, the arrowhead spans 22 to 51 mm, with an average width of 33 mm. The stem width varies from 9 to 19 mm, averaging 15 mm. The thickness of the arrowhead ranges from 5 to 10 mm, with an average thickness of 6 mm. These measurements are based on standards established by Suhm and Krieger (1954) and MacNeish (1967).

Distribution

Mainly found in

Additional information

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