- Name:
- Bifacial Preform (Large Ovate Biface)
- Description:
Large bifacially worked stone implement exhibiting extensive flake removals on both faces and an ovate to lanceolate outline. The artifact represents an intermediate-stage preform used in the manufacture of large cutting tools or projectile points. The piece retains substantial thickness and lacks final edge refinement, indicating it was not completed into a finished tool. Historic label indicates recovery from Indian Hill, Jackson County, Illinois.
- Accession Number:
- 2024.1.608
- Collection:
- Sub Collection:
- Category:
- Anthropology
- Keywords:
- Bifacial preform
- Object Size (LxWxH):
- 8.5" x 4" x .75"
- Type/Materials:
- Chert
- Origin Continent:
- North America
- Origin Country:
- United States
- Origin State/Province:
- IL
- Origin City/Town:
- Jackson County
- Date/Era:
- Quarternary Period (0-2.6m years)