{"product_id":"3-5-native-american-flint-knife-blade-authentic-utilitarian-tool","title":"3.5\" Native American Flint Knife Blade – Authentic Utilitarian Tool","description":"\u003cp\u003eArrowheads weren’t just tools—they were often traded like money. Tribes valued them for their usefulness and skillful craftsmanship, making them a form of early currency in Native American trade long before coins came along.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA solid 3.5\" Native American flint knife blade, showcasing classic utilitarian craftsmanship and heavy percussion flaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece leans toward function over symmetry, with broad flake scars and a thicker profile typical of working blades used for cutting, scraping, or general camp use. The surface shows natural patina and age-consistent wear, with no modern polishing—just honest field character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial appears to be a brown flint\/chert, with a rugged, earthy look that highlights the raw knapping process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA great addition for collectors who appreciate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunctional tools over refined points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible flaking patterns and knapping technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavier, thicker blade forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic, unaltered artifacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot every piece was made to be perfect—this one was made to be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Flint \/ Chert\u003cbr\u003eMineral Class: Tectosilicate (SiO₂)\u003cbr\u003eCrystal System: Trigonal (cryptocrystalline quartz)\u003cbr\u003eLength: ~3.5 inches\u003cbr\u003eEstimated Weight: ~25–45 grams (~0.9–1.6 oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Ancient Artifacts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52064083476704,"sku":"919","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/9382\/5504\/files\/PXL_20260419_160801249.PORTRAIT.ORIGINAL.jpg?v=1777897492","url":"https:\/\/www.rarity-rack.com\/products\/3-5-native-american-flint-knife-blade-authentic-utilitarian-tool","provider":"Rarity Rack","version":"1.0","type":"link"}