A large and attractive Native American Dovetail projectile point measuring approximately 3½ inches, crafted from chert and displaying classic early Archaic knapping characteristics.

Dovetail points are among the most recognizable Early Archaic projectile types in the Eastern United States, known for their distinctive expanding base and deep corner notches that create the characteristic "dovetail" shape.

This example shows:

• Strong bifacial flaking patterns
• A well-defined expanding dovetail base
• A long triangular blade typical of early spear technology
• Natural surface patina consistent with age and burial

Points of this style were commonly used as spear points for hunting large game and represent some of the earliest sophisticated stone tool engineering in the Eastern Woodlands.

The size and clear base formation make this a very collectible example of early prehistoric craftsmanship.

A great addition for collectors of:

• Early Archaic artifacts
• Native American projectile points
• Eastern Woodland lithics
• Prehistoric hunting tools

Estimated Age
Early Archaic Period
Approx. 7,000 – 9,000 years old

Material
Chert / Flint (microcrystalline quartz)
Crystal System: Trigonal (Quartz structure)
Mineral Class: Silicate – Tectosilicate