Smithsonia Point

This triangular point features a stemmed design, with a size range that falls between medium and large. Its cross-sectional profile is characterized by an elliptical to flattened shape. The blade's curvature can vary, exhibiting a straight alignment or a more pronounced excurvate shape. Notably, the blade often displays fine serrations along its edge. The shoulders of the point are distinguished by barbed formations, while the stem itself is generally straight, although it may occasionally exhibit a slight convex curvature. The base of the point is typically thinned, with evidence of light grinding visible on its surface. The flaking pattern observed on this point is random, lacking a consistent or deliberate arrangement.

The arrowheads exhibit the following dimensional characteristics: - Overall length ranges from 61 mm to 96 mm, with a mean length of 77 mm. - The stem measures between 12 mm and 15 mm in length, averaging 13 mm. - Blade width varies from 28 mm to 35 mm, with an average width of 30 mm. - The width of the stem falls within the range of 13 mm to 16 mm, averaging 14 mm. - In terms of thickness, the arrowheads measure between 8 mm and 10 mm.

This type is mainly discovered in northern Alabama and western Tennessee. This type may also be located within the Tennessee River Valley.