Arrowheads and stone tools 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.

5-Piece Prehistoric Lithic Artifact Collection – Arrowheads & Biface Knife

Hold five thousand years of North American history in your hands. This collection of authentic prehistoric knapped stone artifacts brings together a visually compelling cross-section of lithic craftsmanship — from delicate stemmed and corner-notched projectile points to a commanding large bifacial knife that anchors the entire group.

Without documented provenance, assigning exact point types or cultural affiliations would be speculative, but the assortment is consistent with forms spanning Archaic through Woodland periods. Each piece displays the hallmarks of authentic hand-knapping: precise pressure flaking, natural patina, and the kind of honest edge wear that only comes with centuries in the ground.

What's Included

• (1) Large bifacial knife / preform — the centerpiece of the collection
• (2) Larger stemmed or corner-notched projectile points
• (2) Smaller projectile points

Material & Condition

• Material: Chert / Flint (variety of naturally occurring lithic materials)
• Condition: Good overall preservation
• Typical age-related patina and surface weathering
• Minor edge wear and small chips consistent with recovered prehistoric stone artifacts

Historical Significance

Stone projectile points and bifacial tools were essential implements for thousands of years across prehistoric North America. Larger bifaces commonly served as knives or unfinished preforms, while stemmed and notched points were hafted onto spears, darts, or arrows depending on the cultural period and intended use. Authentic collections frequently contain a mixture of styles accumulated over long periods rather than artifacts from a single time or place.

Collector Value Estimate

• Estimated Retail: $230–500
• Likely Market Realization: $200–350 as a group, assuming authenticity and no documented provenance
• The large center biface is the standout piece and accounts for much of the collection's appeal

Note: This listing makes no representation regarding specific tribal affiliation, archaeological site, or exact age. Identification is based solely on observable characteristics. Buyers should rely on the photographs to determine condition and desirability.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description. You will receive the exact artifacts pictured.