Arrowheads 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.

A set of 3 well-preserved stemmed points recovered from the Lower Susquehanna River region, likely representing transitional Late Archaic to Woodland craftsmanship. These pieces exhibit classic stemmed bases, fine regional stone, and signs of authentic use-wear consistent with age and use.

Material: Mixed lithic types, including mottled rhyolite, dark banded chert, and tan siltstone

Largest Point: Approx. 2¾"

Region: Lower Susquehanna River Valley

Cultural Affiliation: Likely 2000–500 BCE (Late Archaic–Woodland overlap)

Lot #: 369

Provenance: Ex-private Pennsylvania collection

Each point presents solid knapping characteristics. The rightmost example has attractive fossil inclusions, and the central piece has a nearly symmetrical blade form ideal for display.

🧠 Context & Significance:
Stemmed points like these are iconic of the Susquehanna River Valley tradition. Used for both hunting and butchering, their design balances durability and reusability. Their size and form are textbook examples for collectors or educators focused on Mid-Atlantic prehistory.