This is a medium to large triangular expanding stem point with an elliptical cross section. The blade may vary from excurvate to straight. The shoulders are well defined and may range from horizontal to slightly barbed. The stem ranges from most commonly slightly expanding to almost straight. The base is generally straight, but may vary from slightly concave to slightly convex. This point has a random flaking pattern.
Size Measurements: Length - 50 to 85 mm, Stem Length - 10 to 15 mm (typically stem makes up 1/3 to 1/5 total length), Width at shoulders - 27 to 40 mm, Stem Width - 17 to 25 mm
This point is primarily found in central Texas. This point is found with decreased frequency into eastern Texas and western Louisiana. This point is infrequently found in southwestern Arkansas and southern Oklahoma.
Suhm was an eminent Texas anthropologist who, among many distinguished positions, served as Director of Texas Archeological Research Laboratory. Krieger was a renowned anthropologist who spent most of his career in Texas cataloging projectile points and pottery in Texas before moving on to the University of Washington. Jelks was a distinguished anthropologist and helped organize the newly formed Department of Anthropology at Illinois State University where he was a Professor. His work in Texas furthered the understanding of Texas archeology and was a founding force for the Society of Historical Archeology. This type was named in a professional publication and subsequent book and has many professional references. This is a valid type.
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