This is a medium unifacial bi-point ovoid with a keeled cross section. The blade is excurvate curing in at the tip and back in towards the base. The base is convex. This type is often crudely made unifacial flake with un-flaked portions of the original flake present on the face. Steep pressure flaking is present on the dorsal surface.
This point is reported in Northern Coastal regions and southern Cascade range of California and Oregon.
Baumhoff was a distinguished anthropologist who served as Professor, Department Head, and Vice Chancellor Student Affairs at the University of California – Berkley. He conducted extensive studies into the archaeology of California. This type was named in a professional publication and has many professional references. This point is considered a valid type.
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