Corner-Tang Biface 92.1.135.5
The corner-tang biface is a relatively rare biface with a notch in the corner. While its function is unknown, it is possible that it may have been used as a knife, or for ritual or ceremonial purposes.<br /><br /><a href="https://sketchfab.com/models/6ad84cc22f1044fdaa2611599c1f60e5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Click here</a> to view this item in 3D!
Central Texas and adjoining areas.
Late Archaic
102.3mm x 8.1mm x 37.1mm
Ceremonial Spud
The spud, also known as a spatula or stemmed axe, is believed to be ceremonial, due to the lack of wear or signs indicating it would have been used for laborious tasks.<br /><br /><a href="https://sketchfab.com/models/85a19a4a45a347a59a85bac58ccd25e3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Click here</a> to view this item in 3D!
Middle to late Mississippian period
190mm x 20.8mm x 220mm
Rock Collection
Bird Points
A collection of small projectile points.
The use or function of these projectile points is unknown, though some researchers suggest they may be for hunting small prey.
Bristol Biface 92.1.500.168
This item is likely a Bristol Biface, typically found in east and Southeast Texas. It is linked to the Late to Transitional Archaic period. While it resembles a scraper, its true function is unknown.<br /><br /><a href="https://sketchfab.com/models/c488583cd2a5498ba9fa9cfb429afb69" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Click here</a> to view this item in 3D!
Late to Transitional Archaic period
Diameter: 45.8mm width: 14.3mm
East and Southeast Texas
Early Settlers Trade Clay Pipe 92.1.191.5
The clay pipe appears in the North American context as early as 1537, with production continuing into the 1900s. In the 18th and 19th centuries, these pipes were commonly produced in the eastern U.S. and have a large bowl with a short stem. While this pipe has a unique carved face, and may be considered a fancy pipe, style variations and motifs can be found in other pipes produced in this period.<br /><br /><a href="https://sketchfab.com/models/fba9c6038a644d1fa80577e6d1d8b862" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Click here</a> to view this item in 3D!
Ca. 1570 A.D. - 1930 A.D.
39.7mm x 27.6mm 34.8mm
Stone Ball 92.1.114.2
Fluted Clovis Point (reproduction) 92.1.17.1
Clovis points are fluted projectile points associated with New World Clovis culture. The Clovis people were likely the earliest settlers of North America, and the precision with which they made these points suggest advanced crafting skills. Notably, this can be observed in the fluting of the surface of the projectile point, which requires delicate precision and dexterity. <br /><br /><a href="https://sketchfab.com/models/c1798c9f6ee443618b04321c425b70d5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Click here</a> to view this item in 3D!
Ca. 13,500 B.P.
22.5mm x 5.4mm x 59.2mm
Metallic Projectile Point 92.1.16.1
A metallic projectile point, introduced after European contact. These points are associated with various forts and fort trading, and plains Native Americans. In Texas, these items have been associated with Mission Indians in south and central Texas.<br /><br /><a href="https://sketchfab.com/models/52942a4567894ff8ae6f3f6d2941f814" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Click here</a> to view this artifact in 3D!
Ca. mid 1700s A.D. to 1800s A.D.
18.3mm x 3.00mm x 81.5mm
Thunderbird Effigy 92.1.13.47
The thunderbird effigy, sometimes referred to as eagle effigy, is considered to be a fake and modern creation by most archaeologists. There are some examples of real thunderbirds associated with the Mandan culture dating to about 1000 A.D. to 1500 A.D. It should be noted that these are extremely rare.<br /><br /><a href="https://sketchfab.com/models/c488583cd2a5498ba9fa9cfb429afb69" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Click here</a> to view this artifact in 3D!
71.6mm x 10.2mm x 34.8mm