Bifacial tool/projectile point

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Date created: 3000 BC–AD 1600 (Late Archaic to Late Woodland period)

Culture/People: possibly Multiple archaeological cultures (attributed), including Late Archaic and Woodland Traditions
Previous owner: H. A. Allen, Non-Indian
Donor: H. A. Allen, Non-Indian

Collection History: Collection history unknown; formerly in the collection of H.A. Allen of Staten Island, New York; donated to MAI by H.A. Allen in 1922.
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Place: New York City, Staten Island, Tottenville; Richmond County; New York; USA
Island Name: Staten Island

See related items: Multiple archaeological cultures; Tools and Equipment (General)

Data Source: National Museum of the American Indian

Catalog Number: 11/2251
Barcode: 112251.000

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/ws69505df49-c78d-47a9-9264-9b0f08b2f9f6

Record ID: NMAI_120946