Outline is Representative of Size and Shape:
Archaic Triangle

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Point Validity: Collector type

This is a term used to describe Archaic period triangular projectile points and not a true type, but may include many types.
Archaic Triangle
(Collector Type)
Cluster:
Description of Physical Characteristics and Flaking Pattern:
This is a small to medium triangular point with an elliptical cross section.  The blade may vary from straight to slightly excurvate.  The base ranges from straight to convex.  This point has a random flaking pattern. 
Size Measurements:

Total Length - 40 to 90 mm,  Basal Width - 25 to 40 mm
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Additional Comments:

This type includes Archaic period triangular types and preforms.
Distribution:
Distribution Comments:

This point is description used to describe Archaic period triangles in the highlighted states and into surrounding regions.
Age / Periods:
Date: 6,000 - 4,000 B.P.
Cultural Period: Middle Archaic
Glacial Period: Middle Holocene
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Similar Points:
Archaic KnifeCottonwoodPlains Triangular
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Pictures: 

Pictures Provided By:
 Archaic Triangular Projectile Point, Archaic Triangular Arrowhead
Rick and Paulette Baldwin
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