Wolf Den Mountain Rhyolite
Description of Physical Characteristics:
Color: Wolf Den
Mountain Rhyolite ranges from a medium to dark gray with white
phenocrysts of feldspar.
Texture: Fine grain
Luster: Dull to satin
Silica Fabrics / Fossils:
Patina: Chalky grayish white
Heat Treatment:
Knapping:
Distribution:
Distribution Comments:
Wolf Den Mountain Rhyolite has primary outcroppings in the Uwharrie
National Forest along the Yadkin River in North Carolina. It is
found throughout the Piedmont of North and South Carolina.
Projectile point made from this material:
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Commonly made projectile point from this material:
Archaeological Context:
Was used from the Early Archaic to Late Woodland
periods.
