3 Piece Lithic Collection – Pangburn, AR (White County)

Description

Discover a piece of the Natural State’s deep history with this authentic three-piece collection of prehistoric stone tools. These artifacts were surface-found on private farmland near the banks of the Little Red River in Pangburn, Arkansas. Spanning from the Archaic to the Mississippian periods, this set offers a physical timeline of the early inhabitants of the White River basin.What’s Included in This Collection: 1. Contracting Stem Dart Point (Gary/Langtry Style): Period: Late Archaic to Woodland (approx. 3,000 – 1,000 years ago). Description: A classic “contracting stem” point characterized by its tapered base. Likely used as a high-velocity dart point for atlatl hunting or as a specialized handheld knife. 2. Archaic Lithic Drill / Perforator: Period: Woodland to Mississippian. Description: A rare find for any collector, this tool features a distinct, elongated “bit” designed for boring into wood, bone, or leather. Intact drills are significantly harder to find than standard arrowheads due to their fragile nature. 3. Scallorn Arrowhead (True Arrow Point): Period: Mississippian (approx. 800 – 400 years ago). Description: A delicate, expansive-stem point representing the technological shift to the bow and arrow. Features excellent symmetry and fine pressure-flaking along the edges.Specifications & Material Material: Locally sourced Arkansas Novaculite and High-Grade Chert. Condition: Authentic field-find condition with natural patina. No modern restoration or cleaning. Provenance: Private Farmstead, Pangburn, Arkansas (White County).Collector’s NoteArkansas is world-renowned for its Novaculite—a stone so durable and sharp it was nicknamed “razor stone” by early explorers. This collection is perfect for local historians, educators, or lithic enthusiasts looking for a set with a verified local origin.