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Elko Eared
Elko Eared
Elko cluster points are a type of projectile point that were first discovered near Elko, Nevada, by Robert Heizer and M. A. Baumhoff in 1961. These points date to approximately 4,000BP to 1,500BP .
They are characterized by their classic arrowhead shape, typically featuring a triangular or lanceolate blade with pointed tips, sometimes serrated the soulders can be horizontal but in most cases are at an upward angle . They were primarily used as the projectile points for spears and darts, which were launched using atlatls (spear-throwing devices).
Personal find (Nevada) and photos by Pointblank
Elko cluster points are a type of projectile point that were first discovered near Elko, Nevada, by Robert Heizer and M. A. Baumhoff in 1961. These points date to approximately 4,000BP to 1,500BP .
They are characterized by their classic arrowhead shape, typically featuring a triangular or lanceolate blade with pointed tips, sometimes serrated the soulders can be horizontal but in most cases are at an upward angle . They were primarily used as the projectile points for spears and darts, which were launched using atlatls (spear-throwing devices).
Personal find (Nevada) and photos by Pointblank
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