found stone with hole

[scotte24]

hi new to the site. im a backhoe operator in so cal dug this up and i dont have a clue what it is. help please... thanks scott

[turkeytail]

Looks like a tube bannerstone? Didnt think they were that far west.

[CliffJ]

Hi Scott,
   It could be a large bead like a forelock bead. I don't think there are drilled bannerstones out in CA?? How long is it?

[scotte24]

thanks for the replys...The
stone is 2 1/4" long.. 1 5/8" high... the hole in the center is 3/4" tapering to about 3/8" in the very center.. there are also wear marks in the hole with a black color

[phbarnesjr]

That is a really cool piece! I like Cliff's suggestion that it's probably a bead, regardless it's an awesome find! Congrats. Looks to be slate? Paul

[scotte24]

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found this today

[turkeytail]

Roller pestle? MAN! KEEP DIGGIN!!!!!! :woohoo:

[gregszybala]

Scott, your on a roll , 2 really nice finds. Wonder what your not seeing in those buckets. Bet you shake em out nice and easy.

[scotte24]

I dont think its a bead its too heavy

[turkeytail]

If found in the midwest....tube bannerstone. But I dont think they are found in your area? Ive never beads that big either but I also dont know alot about far west artifacts either. I seen you posted it on arrowheadology too, more collectors from your area there.

[scotte24]

thanks for the replys