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Folsom Points

Numerous fragmentary projectile points and preforms were recovered from the excavation block. We differentiate between preforms and projectile points by the absence of edge grinding on preforms. All projectiles and preforms found in the block and within 50m of the block are Folsom; most are made from local quartzite. 

Folsom points.

Folsom preform and Folsom point with refitting channel flakes.

Folsom preform and Folsom point with refitting channel flakes.

Folsom points.

Folsom points.




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    Pam French
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    pfrench@western.edu
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    Dr. Allen Stork
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