Where to sell Indian Artifacts - Bannerstones
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What Were Bannerstones Used For? - Bannerstones
In 1939, Byron Knoblock published his monumental Bannerstones of the North American Indian. Knoblock stuck with the older theories on the usage of Bannerstones . He believed they were ornamental or ceremonial objects.
Bannerstone History - Bannerstones
These 61 bannerstones represent the range of types, materials, and conditions of the stones. There are 580 photographs taken at various angles, […] Bannerstones of the North American Indian
Unique Bannerstone Finds - Bannerstones
I have found 89 artifacts on this site in seven visits from December 22, 1986, through May 11, 1997. Then, on April 5, 1997, on my fourteenth visit to another site in Buncombe County I found my first complete traditional bannerstone (Figures 1-2 Bottom).
Bannerstones of the North American Indian
Attached below is a downloadable PDF of the entire text of Byron Knoblock’s 1939 Banner-stones of the North American Indian. This 595-page tome, now out of print and difficult to find, was the first rigorous, comprehensive study of bannerstones. In it, Knoblock includes hundreds of images of bannerstones in public
Benton Phase Tubular Bannerstones- bannerstones.com
Many tubular type bannerstones have been found in the state of Mississippi, primarily within the geographical area known to have been occupied by Benton Peoples. The Benton by: J. Neal Brown, Ph.D., Natchez, Mississippi Originally Published in the Central States Archaeological Journal, Vol.55, No.1, pg.40 The tubular type bannerstone was a ...
Thank You - Bannerstones
Bannerstones are small, intricately carved stones that were used by Native Americans in the Archaic period. Their design varies across different regions and cultures, but typical designs include cup holes, faceted notches, drills, spokeshaves, grooves, concentric circles, and spirals.
Bannerstone Metrics - Bannerstones
These metrics were established to further standardize the quantitative information we can gather regarding bannerstones (established by A. Blume, 2017).
The Pottery Gorgets and Pendants of Tick Island - Bannerstones
by John Baugh, Tampa Florida Originally Published in the Central States Archaeological Journal, Vol.55, No.3, pg.131 Many of Florida’s early inhabitants lived along the St. Johns River in Volusia County. One of these ancient cultural groups resided on Tick Island during the transitional/St. John’s I period (500 BC — 800 AD), and produced unique pottery
The History and Uses of the Atlatl: A Closer Look - Bannerstones
The atlatl is an ancient tool that played a significant role in hunting and warfare. This handheld device, also known as a spear-thrower, allowed for increased speed and accuracy when throwing spears or darts.