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Name Details:
Named By: Martin
P.R. Magne and R. G. Matson
Named For: Associated
culture
Date Identified:
2011
Type Site: Skeena
River
Skeena Lanceolate
Cluster:
Commonly Utilized Material:
Date:
Cultural Period:
3,600 - 3,200 B.P.
Late Archaic
Neoglacial
Skeena Culture
Glacial Period:
Culture:
Phase:
Outline is Representative of Size and Shape:
Description of Physical Characteristics and Flaking Pattern:
This is a medium to large lanceolate point with an elliptical cross
section. The blade is excurvate with the widest portion of the
blade being below the midpoint. The base ranges from straight to
slightly convex. This point has a random flaking pattern.
Size Measurements: Data Needed
Distribution:
Distribution Comments:
This point was reported at Departure Bay and throughout site in the
Puget Sound of British Columbia and Washington.
Similar Points:
Related / Associated Points:
Additional Comments:
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Other points in this Cluster:
Point Validity: Valid Type
Magne is an anthropologist who has conducted several studies into the
archaeology of British Columbia. Matson is an anthropologist and
professor at the University of Toronto. He has conducted extensive
studies and excavations in British Columbia. This type was defined in
a professional publication and has several professional references.
This is considered a valid typ.e
.
Age Details:
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References: (See Reference Page, Entry Number):
210
Skeena Projectile Point, Skeena Arrowhead
