Bifacial tool/projectile point

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Date created: 3000–200 BC (Late Archaic to Early Woodland period)

Culture/People: possibly Late Archaic or Early Woodland Tradition (archaeological culture) (attributed)
Previous owner: Friend W. Miller (Friend William Miller), Non-Indian, 1861-1948
Seller: Friend W. Miller (Friend William Miller), Non-Indian, 1861-1948

Collection History: Collection history unknown; formerly in the collection of Friend William Miller, 1861-1948); purchased by MAI from Friend W. Miller in 1946.
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Place: New Jersey; USA

See related items: Late Archaic Tradition (archaeological culture); Tools and Equipment (General)

Data Source: National Museum of the American Indian

Catalog Number: 20/9524
Barcode: 209524.000

Object Type: Tools and Equipment (General)

Object Name: Bifacial tool/projectile point
Media/Materials: Stone
Techniques: Flaked/chipped

Metadata Usage: CC0

GUID: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ws6954727e8-2122-4257-a8da-14a9632a6246

Record ID: NMAI_223830