Spear Point Artifacts

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Early Man Artifact .75" H x 6.625" L x 2" W A Lighter Gray Color Darker on one Side Excellent Condition Prehistoric spear point artifacts, also known as projectile points, are amon g the most common and informative stone tools left by early humans. These chipped stone tips were hafted (attached) to wooden spears, darts, or atlatl (spear-thrower) shafts for hunting large game, such as mammoths, bison, or antelope. Made primarily from materials like chert, flint, obsidian, quartzite, or basalt, they vary in shape, size, and sophistication across time and regions. Their durability has made them key for dating ancient sites, as they often outlast organic materials. Show more