
Arrowhead type
Shumla Point
ShumlaLate Archaic to Transitional Archaic18 reference photos
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
More information needed.