Indian Arrowheads of the Piedmont - Carolina Country
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September 2003

Indian Arrowheads of the Piedmont

What these ancient artifacts reveal about North Carolina's earliest inhabitants.

By Ron Harris

Indian Arrowheads of the Piedmont

Ron Harris holds a prized Southern trophy stone axe head found in 1940 by a friend of his father’s, who later donated it to the Harris collection. The axe was found at Lyle Creek, near Conover in Catawba County. Considered one of the finest ever found in the state, the axe has been featured in several archaeological publications. Harris is shown in his “relic room” with Indian arrowheads and artifacts found in the Piedmont region. 

Reminders of North Carolina's earliest inhabitants appear in the form of Indian arrowheads that were once plentiful in central North Carolina. These Carolina gems have been found in almost every area of North Carolina, especially in the central Piedmont region. There are numerous collectors throughout that area who have hunted, traded, bought and otherwise accumulated collections of various sizes over the past decades.

The earliest inhabitants of what is now North Carolina were the Paleo Indians of the Clovis Culture, who made beautifully flaked stone Clovis points (read about a North Carolina museum highlighting Native American culture). Fluted channels on the points aided in "hafting" or attaching them to a spear shaft. Clovis points date back 10,000 to 12,000 years ago and are infrequently found at various locations throughout North Carolina as well as other areas the United States. Clovis points are highly prized by collectors and are displayed with pride, considering their rarity.

Later cultures, like the Hardaway people, inhabited various areas of the Piedmont region in slightly greater numbers than did the Clovis. The Hardaway technology in the making of flint-tipped spears or "atlatl" darts changed to what is called the Hardaway-Dalton, and Hardaway side-notched style points. The Hardaway culture existed in what archaeologists term the early archaic period or about 10,000 to 11,000 years ago. Later prehistoric cultures or traditions to evolve in North Carolina included Palmer, Kirk, Rowan, Stanly, Morrow Mountain, Guilford, Halifax and Savannah River. These cultures existed through the early, mid and late archaic periods with a time span of 3,000 to 10,000 years ago. Spear points and flint knives from these traditions are found on knolls or ridges near streams and natural springs where these cultures camped while in search of fruit, nuts and wild game for food. These earliest inhabitants of North Carolina were considered "hunters and gatherers."

The bow and arrow wasn't introduced into use in North Carolina until sometime in the millennium after the birth of Christ. This was the Woodland period that dates from 3,000 years ago until around AD 1400. Projectile points during this period were small and triangular-shaped. These flint points were actually the first "true" arrowheads. They are found on Woodland period sites close to major rivers, streams and water sources. By this time, the Woodland people were more settled in their way of life and engaged in the planting, growing and harvesting of crops in the rich fertile river bottoms along major Piedmont waterways and their tributaries. Arrowheads from this period are called Yadkin, Eared Yadkin, Pee Dee, and Uwharrie. These are all named after major rivers in the area near where they are found.

arrowsThese arrowheads in the Harris collection were found during many years of surface hunting in fields of the Piedmont region where Indians lived hundreds and, in some cases, thousands of years ago.

European contact with the indigenous Native Americans began in the early 1600s and into the 1700s. This period of time is called the Historic period. Arrowheads used by the Native Americans during this period are called Caraway, Randolph and Hillsboro types.

The projectile points and cutting blades made and used by the ancient natives were essential for their survival and existence at that point in our prehistory. Today, however, many consider these flint points or artifacts as gems and even objects of ancient art. They are highly prized, treasured and collected by both old and young alike.

In the past, archaeologists excavated stratified (layered) sites where prehistoric people once camped or existed. They were able to establish a chronological sequence of the various ancient cultures and their associated projectile points by the carbon dating process. That is how we are able to differentiate between the various point types found today in plowed fields, gullies, washouts, riverbanks, construction sites, and elsewhere. Credit for establishing this culture sequence is given to the late Dr. Joffre Coe of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In the 1940s and 1950s, he completed scientific surveys and excavations of stratified sites at Hardaway, Doershuck and Gaston among others.

Interest in Indian prehistory and the collecting of their arrowheads was so great that the Piedmont Archaeology Society of North and South Carolina was formed several decades ago and is still going strong. It is composed of individuals, enthusiasts, hobbyists, amateur archaeologists, educators and collectors who are genuinely interested in learning from and preserving the remnants of prehistoric life in North Carolina.

The Piedmont Society holds at least three or four relic shows each year at various locations in North and South Carolina. Admission is free and hundreds of member collectors and the general public as well attend to swap stories, display their artifacts, buy, sell, trade and generally exchange archaeological research information and updates.

About the Author

Ron Harris is a member of EnergyUnited, a Touchstone Energy cooperative. He lives on Lake Hickory in the Bethlehem community of Alexander County. Contact him at P. O. Box 1516, Hickory, NC 28603. E-mail: harrisheadhunter@aol.com

Comments (141)

  • I live here in Rowan County. I love to look for all types of artifacts. My favorite is indian artifact tools. When I first started looking for artifacts, I would pick up anything that was different looking to me. It took me awhile to stop bringing home creek rocks and gravel rocks. I decided to do research before I would go out after a hard rain and look for artifacts. I have found several celts but none that was polished. My family thinks its funny cause to them its just a bunch of rocks. But one day I hope to find something big. I love your collection, my favorite is the stone axe head. That's what I would love to find.

    Annette |
    December 28, 2012 |
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    • Annette, If you have any banner stones in your collection please let me know. I have an extensive collection of pictures of these artifacts.
      Thanks,
      -Carlos

      Carlos |
      October 29, 2019 |
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  • I would like to speak with you. I too have a good collection.

    Sonia Neville |
    June 11, 2014 |
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  • My name is Jessica and I'm trying to sell my fathers Indian artifacts and arrowheads. I can email pictures to anyone interested. If anyone could give me any information on dealers or people who collect the Indian artifacts would be greatly appreciated. They were all found in North Carolina.

    Jessica |
    October 07, 2014 |
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    • Write me and we can discuss items I am interested in. THANKS- Carlos

      Carlos |
      October 18, 2019 |
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    • Did you find a buyer for your father’s collection Jessica?

      Justin |
      April 06, 2021 |
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  • Hi Jessica
    I may be interested in some of the artifacts you have for sell. If you could e-mail me some pictures and prices of what you have.
    Thanks!
    Shelton

    Shelton |
    October 08, 2014 |
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    • We found 3 arrow heads on the property we live on in advance nc. We live next to Carter Crek, which flows into the Yadkin River a short ways away. I would like to send someone pics of these so they can tell me how old they might be and what tribe of Indians made them. Thank you.

      Susan s. |
      December 23, 2021 |
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  • Shelton,
    For some reason it will not let me reply to you via email. My personal email is Jessicaegebrecht@gmail.com. Sent me a private email and I will send you photos.

    Jessica |
    October 09, 2014 |
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  • I have some really nice points and tools that were supposedly found in the Carolinas. Would you like me to send you some pics. Bob Kinney bobkinney@verizon.net

    Bob Kinney |
    October 14, 2014 |
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  • Jessica, were you able to sell your collection? I may be interested so let me know if you have through my email.

    Troydewaynewilliams@yahoo.com

    Troy |
    December 31, 2014 |
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    • Troy, I would like to checkout any NC arrowheads you are interested in selling. I am especially interested in Triangles, Quartz or serrated quartz. Email or text 252-347-8844. John

      John Hill, Sr |
      September 05, 2021 |
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      • Can I send you pics of 3 arrow heads we found on the property we live on in advance nc. We live next to Carter Crre, which flows into the yadkin river a short ways away. I want to know more about what we have. Thank you.

        Susan s. |
        December 23, 2021 |
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      • I have hundreds of quartz and quartzite pieces and other pieces that are truly remarkable and to see them and to hold them is absolutely amazing the pride they took in making these they perfectly fit in your hand someway im not a expert but I do know what I have like I said if u see them you would be truly amazed also there is some 50 to 100 pound sculptures I guess they used for decoration like u said im not an expert but these have all been worked I have tools I have axes that are quartzite and there is about 1000 or more quartz and over 1000 points I live kinda in a hole with an big hill behind me and beside me so everybody's water drains to me then to the huge creek below me I even have what looks like teeth of something every one I take a pic of on Google lens it pulls up paleo rare artifacts some pull up dinosaur bones and when I done the teeth it pulled up dinosaur teeth like I said im not an expert but thats what Google lens pulls up every time some being gold oars and stuff all jokes aside there are many that are stunning I would love to have a honest person to help me we could both make a lot 8f money here trust me if you see them you too will be amazed at some of the stuff I have found no bullshit

        Joseph |
        December 24, 2021 |
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        • 828-303-9179 is my phone number only serios people need to text me if you know about artifacts then u will see there is a lot of money to be made I need some help cleaning them I have soaked and cleaned and cleaned for a while now and have even ask people to help me and I would split with them but nobody is taking me serious but maybe that one lucky person will see this comment but if not oh well I am sorry for your loss

          Joseph |
          December 24, 2021 |
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          • I will buy the entire collection 603-682-3848

            Tom Maddox |
            December 24, 2021 |
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  • I have a tote container full of arrowheads and other pieces probanly used for axes, spears ect.. I live in haywood county alot of these are quartz I really do not know much about them some are large and are broken (tips) i can send you a pic eventually please contact ne ! Thank you!

    amanda mullins |
    February 05, 2015 |
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    • I would love to checkout any NC quartz or quartiz. Please reply and let me know if we could possibly exchange, sell, buy any. Please reply to my email address or text to my phone 252-347-8844. Thanks! John

      John Hill, Sr |
      September 05, 2021 |
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  • Hi Amanda Mullins
    I would love to see the arrowheads and spears that you have. My e-mail address is: srd0323@embarqmail.com.
    Thanks!
    Shelton

    Shelton |
    February 05, 2015 |
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  • Please contact me! :)

    Levi |
    March 06, 2015 |
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  • I started hunting points and tools a few months ago and need some advice on the type and age of the pieces I have found. Any suggestions would be helpful.

    Nick |
    March 08, 2015 |
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  • Jessica, I would like to see pictures of the artifacts you have for sale. Thanks

    Cramer Kilpatrick |
    March 25, 2015 |
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  • I have a very nice collection as well. I have pictures of them if you are interested.

    sonia neville |
    March 26, 2015 |
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  • Yes Sonia, If you have artifacts for sale I would love to see pictures of them. Thanks

    Cramer Kilpatrick |
    March 27, 2015 |
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  • Cramer if you would kindly email me at sneville63@outlook.com with your direct email, I will send some pictures to you. I have lots of them.
    Regards,
    Sonia

    sonia neville |
    March 29, 2015 |
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  • I have a collection that I have from over 50 years of searching tobacco fields,tomato fields , rock shelters,building sites, etc. It has been a lot if fun over the years. The "cheapest hobby"I have ever had.

    TommyQueen |
    March 30, 2015 |
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  • Sonia my e-mail address is ckilpatrick@eldecoinc.com

    Cramer Kilpatrick |
    March 31, 2015 |
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  • 700 + arrowhead collection located in Morganton, NC. Very nice estate collection. Interested in selling ALL.

    Chuck |
    April 19, 2015 |
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  • Don't know anything about hunting arrowheads ,would love to know where to start.

    Eddie Hendrix |
    May 20, 2015 |
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  • Would you send me a list and pics of the collection you have left?

    Ron |
    July 17, 2015 |
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  • Please send me the pics and info. Is this Tommy Queen from BC, NC?

    Ron |
    July 17, 2015 |
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  • I would be interested in any Indian artifacts that anyone has....please send me pictures and other info you have to ronforrester@ymail.com

    Ron |
    July 17, 2015 |
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  • please send me all the data you have for this collection. BTW, I am living in Texas but am from Gastonia/Bessemer City and have found many artifacts there.

    Ron |
    July 17, 2015 |
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  • I have none to sell. Thanks

    Cramer Kilpatrick |
    July 21, 2015 |
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  • SELLING Stone axe, Polished Celt, Tomahawks, Hand axe, Spear head, Hoes, Drill Bits, Pallets, Ceremonial Beads, Points, and more. Fifteen year collection even a midevil age crossbow bolt point. email eaglendskys040912@yahoo.com

    Darin Smith |
    July 24, 2015 |
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  • I have a nice collection and will send photos. Send your email and I shall send pictures of what I have.
    Regards,
    Sonia Neville

    SONIA NEVILLE |
    July 24, 2015 |
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  • Hi Ron! I live in western NC. Almost in Tennessee. I have "way" too many artifacts to photograph but I am still hunting every opportunity I get .

    Tommy Queen |
    July 25, 2015 |
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  • Hey Amanda!I live in Haywood Co. also.I have collected for over 50 years.I have found most of what I have here.I would love to see your collection .Tommy

    Tommy Queen |
    July 25, 2015 |
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  • I just moved to Hertford count nc any ideas on where to look? I have some Missouri points for sale as well just email me

    jordan |
    August 28, 2015 |
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  • Join my new group on Facebook
    North Carolina Arrowheads & Artifacts
    http://on.fb.me/1iypIt2

    Ashley |
    September 11, 2015 |
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  • Looking for arrowheads squiggy@skybest.com

    James |
    November 07, 2015 |
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  • I have some. Pottery and pipe pieces as well.

    Sonia |
    November 07, 2015 |
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  • I like the storys

    elijah |
    November 13, 2015 |
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  • I would be interested in some of your collection if you have not sold it all

    Don |
    November 28, 2015 |
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  • Please send photos and price

    Mike Russ |
    January 18, 2016 |
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  • Hi I have a few nice collections if anyone is interested you can txt me at 229-630-6295 for pictures I am in Burlington Nc

    Kenneth |
    April 06, 2016 |
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  • Interested in selling a collection. I was given a collection of Mortar stones and some flint from my dad. There are several stones from large to medium. ccoch1611@aol.com

    Sheila |
    May 09, 2016 |
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  • I was hunting points on the Eufaula dam/Arkansas river and came across a Mammoth tooth. I would like to sell it and a few other petrified bones if anyone is interested.

    Malissa Byerly |
    May 17, 2016 |
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  • Hello , I'd like to see some pictures so I can make a fair offer. Thanks Frank

    Frank Alexander |
    May 17, 2016 |
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  • I haves collection of arrowheads found in nc. Im interested in selling contact me via txt or call 3364302211

    Kameron |
    July 09, 2016 |
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  • I have a decent size collection of arrowheads, hand tools, pieces of pottery... too much to list. Would love to actually know what these things were used for. Anyone think they could help me out if Viewing some pictures. If so you can reach me at paskelhunter75@yahoo.com

    Jason |
    November 20, 2016 |
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  • Still have Indian artifacts for sale? If yes please email pictures And prices. Thanks

    Charles parrish |
    November 25, 2016 |
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  • Would love to see any Indian artifacts you may have for sale

    Charles parrish |
    November 25, 2016 |
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  • I am interested in seeing any artifacts you may sell

    Charles parrish |
    November 25, 2016 |
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  • If you are interested in N.C. coastal finds let me know. I've hunted the coast of N.C. all my life. And have some rare artifacts I've found over the years.

    Pete Lozica |
    December 10, 2016 |
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  • Yes I would like pictures and pricing

    Charles parrish |
    December 14, 2016 |
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  • I am living in South Eastern Va. Now need a way to send you some pictures. I have pipes,scrapers,arrowheads,knives,drills,celts,gorgets,etc. All from coast of N.C. Carteret county,pamlico county,craven county,& Beaufort county.

    Pete Lozica |
    December 16, 2016 |
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  • I have a few I need to sell and the only reason is I'm a single parent on a fixed income..I have a Halifax 2"x1" wide if interested I'll send pictures.. Thanks.

    terry |
    December 18, 2016 |
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  • Please send me some photos so I can evaluate your collection and make you an offer. Thanks

    Frank Alexander |
    December 19, 2016 |
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    • I am in Anderson county and I have a good collection although not large I would like to find someone who could look at y collection and tell me what I've got ad I do not know realy a it but I have some realy different stuff if u or anyone u know it's interested I would like to sell but want to know what I'm selling before I do

      Kathy Fuller |
      December 11, 2021 |
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      • Have you had any inquiries and can you send pics if not..thanks

        Dicky Green |
        December 27, 2021 |
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      • Send me pictures of your collection and I’ll get with you if you still have collection that you would like to sell

        B Bailey |
        January 22, 2022 |
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  • Not sure how to get up with anyone on here that's trying to buy artifacts from N.C.. Here are my finds if anyone is interested in them. 44yrs of looking here on the coast of N.C. all found by me. So if anyone is interested let me know. I would be interested in selling but not going to give them away as some are quite rare & likely never find another in my life time. https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1790295641226425&id=100007380192543

    Pete Lozica |
    December 19, 2016 |
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  • Charles I picked up your name from a forum. My brother has been a collector of fossils, arrowheads and native american weapons. He recently passed. I am looking for a buyer. Can you help or lead me in the right direction. I live in the mountains of Northern Georgia

    vince petti |
    December 22, 2016 |
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  • Charles, are you still trying to sell your brothers collection? Call me if so. 803-960-4375

    Todd |
    February 12, 2017 |
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  • Call me if you want to buy some genuine NC relics, Frank @ 252-478-4100

    Frank Alexander |
    February 13, 2017 |
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  • Are you still interested in buying arrowheads and a few ax heads? I have my father's collection, only party organized, collected over 3 decades.

    Andy |
    February 25, 2017 |
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  • hi---could you tell me a good place to bring my Son to look for arrowheads ?--I live in Apex (near Raliegh) thank you

    rich carstens |
    April 25, 2017 |
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  • I will be in NC July 10-15 I would be interested in seeing any artifacts for sale

    David Mauldin |
    June 05, 2017 |
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  • still have ur indian collection

    Jimmy Williams |
    June 12, 2017 |
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  • i have a small collection that i have collected over the past 70 years, i would like to know what they are worth they come from Richmond cty.

    wayne wallace |
    September 19, 2017 |
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  • this odd stone is goose egg sized and shaped with a hole drilled into one end. is symmetrical and smooth ground all around. It was found in Abbeville Alabama, i reside in hickory nc now. Local museum guys in Alabama were stumped having never seen one, suspected it was an unfinished weight or for ceremonial mixtures in top. Otherwords, they didnt know hahaha! seen one before or know how it was used? Thanks to all. hmm no place to link my pics...

    james |
    October 05, 2017 |
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  • Do you still have the arrow head?

    Jerimiah |
    March 08, 2018 |
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  • I live in Johnston County North Carolina and Have found that I am most at peace when I am nature walking thru the fields connecting with the earth and the ancients. It’s a sort of mediation for me to look for arrowheads and there are few days when it’s not raining that I am not in a field at some point during the day. With that said I have found some pretty awesome points and tools, arrowheads etc and am interested in finding out what I could sell the collection or individual pieces for. I consider these gifts from the other side so I originally wasn’t going to sell them but after praying about my finances, dreamed that those gifts were were the answer to my prayers. Figured I should see what I could find out about their worth. If anyone would like pictures of what I have my email is mindyk1210@gmail.com.

    Mindy |
    March 10, 2018 |
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  • I found what I think to be and indian spear of some kind in my yard. I would love to see if someone can help me identify what it could possibly be. thanks

    Sunnie |
    May 19, 2018 |
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  • I'd like to see pictures of your artifacts and tell you what they may be worth. Thanks Frank

    Frank Alexander |
    May 20, 2018 |
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  • Where should I send the pictures?

    Mindy |
    May 20, 2018 |
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  • My email address is frankster0200@centurylink.net if anyone has some NC artifacts they want help identifying or have a collection they wish to sell. Thanks Frank 252-478-4100

    Frank Alexander |
    May 20, 2018 |
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  • can you send a pic here to this addy jamesjr191@yahoo.com

    james |
    May 20, 2018 |
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  • I have just a few items that I found near an old plantation house in Richburg, SC. Can anyone tell me possible values of each item? Does anyone want to purchase any of the items? Not sure how to post pics on this site.... My number is 803-448-9950. Email address is PStandfield83@gmail.com.

    Pete Standfield |
    January 21, 2019 |
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  • I've been picking up points in S.C. for about 15+yrs. I'm interested in adding to collection, you can send pics to my email bohuner89@yahoo.com if you want to get rid of points you have found or inherited. I'm interested in looking even if not selling? Thanks

    Bobby Forrester |
    April 21, 2019 |
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  • You may call me an set up an appointment. I have too many points to photo. I also sell arrowheads on Ebay. Look under NC arrowheads and sell ID is Frankster0_2.

    Frank Alexander |
    April 22, 2019 |
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  • I have located what I believe to be a ceremonial site. There are several effigies of deer, otter, eagle, snake and human. Some are double effigies with deer and human and eagle and human. There are what appears to be tools like celts, hammerstones that show no sign of use. No points or debtage or any other material have been found at this time. My question is that some of the stones make no sense. Would they combine stones to create certain looks? I have also found pentagram shape stone. Also curious about age. All have been found on surface, no digging.

    john grimes |
    April 23, 2019 |
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  • Is this site still active.
    Just wondering is someone could advise me on a find ?? Stone axe head. Real or not
    Thanks Robin

    Robin Gagne |
    May 17, 2019 |
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    • Hi Robin, I have several authentic Axe heads, pottery, Thousands of arrowheads and oh so much more. If you or anyone else is interested in purchasing genuine Indian artifacts I can set up an appointment for you. Call 252-478-4100. I'm Frank Alexander

      Frank Alexander |
      May 17, 2019 |
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  • I'm trying to find someone near Asheville nc to authenticate some Indian artifacts I have. I've posted pics in groups on fb and have been told they are very rare and valuable. I have spear heads that say it is from beaver lake 10,000 yrs ago. Ice age, I also have some gorgets and one is the king George II Indian peace gorget, I believe it's one of the originals along with cpl others, I also have early 1900s Navajo rug and leggings. I need help so I can sell items. I've did my research I just need it on paper.

    Amanda Fender |
    June 17, 2019 |
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  • Buying Arrowheads and other Native stone items,Collections too just send me pictures of what you have to the email listed above.Thanks and Have a great day!

    David Mitchell |
    August 04, 2019 |
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    • Email me and ill send pics

      Amanda Fender |
      August 13, 2019 |
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    • Hi David. Don’t see your email, but mine is mbmcelveen@hotmail.com. I have an early Archaic Indian full grooves Stone Axe Head that was discovered in Union County, SC. I can be reached at 843-442-2019 as well.

      Michael McElveen |
      September 19, 2019 |
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  • Did you ever find anyone to look a the (site) John Grimes? I’m in between Marion and Morganton 27 miles from Asheville and could easily meet up. Anyone have any Native American artifacts for sale or trade? Email me at j.winn@kolbgrading.com I have about a 1,500 piece collection and am from southern Illinois and collect mainly early archaic Hopewell traditions and Woodland era Miami Nation artifacts. Been working down here on a job for over a year now. I can also be reached personal cell 618-553-2758 or work cell 636-498-2852 Thanks y’all.

    Justin Winn |
    January 07, 2020 |
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  • Hi I recently believe I have stumbled on a civilization site in catawba county NC I have found multiple arrow heads and axe heads all clustered together I believe I have just located some sore of foundation or burial clearly can see walls I'm only 33 years old and new to the hint I also dig quartz and gems but I'm positive I got something here I just need to know who do I call about this please help 8286953386 or perrigantap@gmail.com

    Thomas perrigan |
    January 18, 2020 |
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  • Thomas I live in the area and would love to help. I can be reached by email or my cell 603-682 -3848.

    Tom Maddox |
    January 23, 2020 |
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  • I have arrow heads I found in bouge sound in Carteret county nc. I am interested in selling them

    Andrew |
    June 24, 2020 |
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  • I found an arrowhead at Carolina beach a few weeks ago, I thought it was a sharks tooth. But after looking closer, it is an arrowhead ??‍♀️

    Lisa Baylous Riddle |
    June 28, 2020 |
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  • My husband has been digging under an old log house that has been in his family for over 150 years. He has dug up a fire pit about 2 feet in the ground and many pieces of pottery and several arrow heads/points made of several different types of stone. The house is up in a hollow in the mtns. of Northwestern NC, Watauga County near two creeks. Would love to have more information that would help us date what he is finding and identify who might have lived here.

    Mary Warren |
    July 24, 2020 |
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    • Text is best from either one of the numbers from previous post above. Send your pictures of what you would like an age on and I’ll take a look at it. I can get within 200-300years just by bifacial flaking from lithic Debitage being collateral flaking, alternate flaking, random flaking also what chert it is made from whether or not it has been heat treated and etc, so on and so forth. Hope this will give you a starting point, good luck.

      Justin |
      April 06, 2021 |
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  • 30 years ago the state dug a huge gravel pit behind our house in Erwin N.C. I remember walking down the dirt Rd after a good rain and I found an Arrowhead. I couldn't contain my excitement. I continued looking for more and found several. My parents split and lost them in storage. Till this day I'm still heart broken over it. I wonder if I'll ever go back to Erwin just to look again...

    Cyndi Smith |
    September 20, 2020 |
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    • Find a local chapter possibly through your local museum and get some ideas of where you could look. Don't go out by yourself. Always have someone with you.
      -Carlos

      CARL L VANHOUTEN |
      September 21, 2020 |
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  • Anyone that finds a Bannerstone (whole or broken). Please send me a picture of it and a short description of where it was found such as: close to a river, in a large flat area, in a creek, close to other Bammerstones etc. Thanks in advance! -Carlos email Vanstunnels45@gmail.com

    CARL L VANHOUTEN |
    September 21, 2020 |
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  • I have a stone are found by my grandfather while plowing in Rusks Township NC in 1923. It is round/blunt on one end, sharpened on the other and fully grooved. It is interesting because it has 4 blunt points on either side of the groove top/bottom, I assume for lashing. It also attracts a magnet. I could send photos if anyone has any
    Interest in helping me discover more info about it. Regards

    Jim Renegar |
    January 04, 2021 |
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  • Where can i send pics for identification of stone tools in piedmont, NC?

    D. Vestal |
    April 05, 2021 |
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  • I received an inquiry from Jessica. I still have my father's collection.

    Andy |
    April 07, 2021 |
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  • I have an artifact that I think is a tool for opening clams. I cannot find anything on the internet that relates to this kind of tool.
    Can you help me identify this find or share a link to someone with experience with tools?
    Thank you

    Saundra W. Barnhill |
    June 18, 2021 |
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    • I gave a rather nice collection from Cabarrus and , Stanly Counties and a number of reference books that might help in the identification. Phone 704/984-2837.

      John C. Lefler |
      June 25, 2021 |
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  • Hello,
    Please send a photo to my email and I will try to help you.

    Thanks,
    -Carlos

    Carlos |
    June 21, 2021 |
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  • If anyone is interested in buying my collection of arrowheads/tools email me at amberbroadaway@gmail.com

    Amber |
    June 23, 2021 |
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  • Frank, I live in northern Michigan and up until a month ago I’ve never really hunted for Indian artifacts, I’m more of a Petoskey hunter - fossils, while searching my property for Petoskey‘s I came across odd looking rocks/stones for a couple of weeks something kept nagging at me so I did a Google search since then I now have over 1000 pieces of points tools etc. I have no clue what to do about this, I’m also finding that most of what I have has carvings and images of snakes, arrows, and faces carved into them, I’ve tried reaching what tribe there from and dates, I know that they are extremely old. Guessing 1000’s of years old. I have pictures can send to anyone interested in helping me identify and date. My email is, rabbitsdiana@ yahoo.com

    Diana |
    July 03, 2021 |
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  • Hello, I have 2 quarts arrowheads that I am trying to figure out the age of. Please email reply if you can help me.

    Will Patton |
    July 07, 2021 |
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  • The most currently available Guide is entitled: North Carolina Projectile Points: Identification and Range. It can be purchased for around $20.+ on EBAY.
    SINCE the Central Piedmont is located in a frequently traveled Native American trading route, there is quite a diversity in ages and in the original sites of their origin. We have a site in Cabarrus County, and according to carbon dating of the stones themselves, and combined with their specific designs, they range over a period of 10,000 years.

    Hope this helps.
    John C.H. Lefler

    John C. Lefler |
    July 08, 2021 |
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  • Hi! I love your collection! We just finished our vacation in Marion, NC. While there, I was digging under a large rock and found an arrowhead. I have no idea it’s worth/makeup. It seems to be in great condition. It’s dark grey and is raised in the middle. I’ll send you a picture if you’d like.
    Thank you,
    Brittany

    Brittany |
    August 04, 2021 |
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  • Hey ive got a round rock that looks to me as if its the trail of tears painted on it i found can sum1 look at my photo please

    Rebecca bonner |
    August 07, 2021 |
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  • Ae point me in the right direction

    Rebecca bonner |
    August 07, 2021 |
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  • I have a collection that has been collected over the years by a family member, and honestly it's just not my thing, I'm not just trying to give them away cause I know they are worth something I kinda have an idea of what it's all worth but I'd like to find a buyer if you are interested. The collection includes 2 axeheads, a couple pieces of pottery, and around 10 to 15 arrowheads and a majority are in pretty good shape. If it's something you are interested in, I can send pictures and you can reach me at this email or call or text 850 530 1817 I'm located in columbia SC

    Jesse miller |
    August 17, 2021 |
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  • I have found alot I mean a whole lot of artifacts on my property there is so many I am speechless I am between hickory and Lenoir I don't know what to do bc there is so many I need some advice can send pics18283039179 is my phone number text me for pics thanks

    Joe livesay |
    October 18, 2021 |
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    • Please send pics if willing to sell..

      Dicky Green |
      January 25, 2022 |
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      • Text the phone number for pics mr green

        Joe livesay |
        February 03, 2022 |
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        • 828-506-5381

          Dicky Green |
          February 07, 2022 |
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        • Please resend text 828 506 5381

          Dicky Green |
          February 08, 2022 |
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  • Hello I have a large collection of points and tools and sculptures. I am a different type of collector is the sense that I look for art. I tried to find pieces made by the the best artist in the tribe. This mindset has been good. I have alot of extraordinary pieces. Some of them I think should be in a museum but all collectors should I would think. My collection is big and have small points,tools and sculptures to 50lbs quarts sculptures. Also because I loved look for art some of my best pieces are made for quarts of various colors, emerald, and topaz. All have been found by me in N.C. I accredit the diversity of my finds to the fact I am an Excavator operator and dig deep in Virgin soil. Please contact me if interested looking to sell all, well almost all. Thanks

    Brad S |
    October 18, 2021 |
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  • Would like to check out what you are selling I live in wnc also

    Dicky Green |
    November 13, 2021 |
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  • Hello Mr Green. Send me an email and let me know what your interest are. I will take some photos for you and go from there.

    Brad |
    November 20, 2021 |
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    • Please text pics if still available 828-506-5381..interested in all types primary pre-1600

      Dicky Green |
      February 08, 2022 |
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  • Hi-
    I recently found my first arrow head so now I am really wanting to find more.
    I live east of Raleigh, NC near Clayton and spend a lot of time near Fayetteville.
    Does anyone know any good places I could look for arrow heads around or near Clayton and Fayetteville NC?
    Thanks!

    Cindy |
    January 14, 2022 |
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    • Plenty of great hunting grounds for points and artifacts I’ve located at least 14 camp sites that produce very nice artifacts within 10 miles of clayton never searched Cumberland county yet have spend almost all my time searching the wilson county johnston county area when I get time to look that is you can reach me at otiinc777@gmail.com

      B Bailey |
      January 22, 2022 |
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  • My father and I have found many on our land and was wondering if I could send a email with pictures of them to someone who could tell me some more about them. We have been finding them for year. My email is jg8221@mhslive.net

    Jesse Garcia |
    May 13, 2022 |
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    • See my comment below…

      Pop Pop Lampl |
      September 09, 2022 |
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  • Can anyone on here help me figure out the value of my small collection I want to see what each point is worth I also have a perfect drill and several nice tools I have found over the years my number is 919-426-7820 thanks

    Zach |
    May 30, 2022 |
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  • I have numerous stone tools I have found on my property in southeast Oklahoma.

    April |
    July 13, 2022 |
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  • For anyone needing dating or identification of lithic items, I will help you. I have worked at the NJ State Museum Archaeology lab, I have even been lucky enough to have taken some classes from Dr.Herbert Kraft from Seaton Hall University, and have many many spring,summer and fall live in field excavations over the years. I am also very good with mineral ID, having an Uncle who taught Geology at the University of Tennessee .
    Now I am retired living in Pinehurst NC. enjoying my grandkids! I have attended many lectures on local cultures, tools and travel patterns of the indigenous tribes that inhabited North and South Carolina. I have dredged gold here in NC, as well as Northern Ca, Pennsylvania and NY State.
    I am also familiar with calcine bone and associated items. We have the oldest documented burials on the Mid -Atlantic seaboard. That was also a contact site with historical features so I can identify historical items from the Dutch settlement times (1600’s ) , through current times. So if it’s stone, bone, minerals, historic things or even fossils , I may be able to help you with some ID !!!
    ( And I would enjoy the time… )
    Reach out anytime,
    TY,
    Pop Pop L.

    Pop Pop Lampl |
    September 09, 2022 |
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    • How would the process work?

      Dicky Green |
      September 15, 2022 |
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    • Good morning I am reaching out to you looking for some help in identifying or possibly dating some of the artifacts that my wife and I have found here in Western North Carolina and north Georgia
      . I have been an avid collector for roughly 20 years, and have an Extremely large collection ranging from small arrow heads to 2ft Spear tips, and Large effigies. Some of the points that we have are over 2 ft long and some up to 4 ft that seem to be something possibly used with a trip wire/ rope kind of trap. They are in Excellent to Museum grade quality. We have been talking about possibly selling some of the items but have no idea where to start as we have SO many beautiful and Rare pieces. We Would be interested in possibly speaking with you and sending you some pics to see what you think about the time frame of these pieces. Thank you look forward to hearing from you soon. You can reach me at beetlejuice.jh@gmail.com

      John |
      September 25, 2022 |
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  • I would need some good photos to start.
    Just take some good photos. If you wanted a coa, we could talk about that later.
    Thank you,
    PPL

    Ppl |
    September 16, 2022 |
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    • Hi Mr. Lampl, I’m Nora and I have a 6 yr old that is fascinated by geology and archeology. In combing the local streams and new build sites with lots of upturned earth and rocks we have found two arrowheads - one about an inch long slightly rounded white quartz with a divet in the tail, and one larger stone one that’s thinner and more triangular with a serrated edge on one side and the tip broken off. If you’re able to tell us even a guess about their time period and history from photographs we’d be appreciative!

      Thanks,

      Nora

      Nora Ketchie |
      September 25, 2022 |
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      • This is in the Chapel Hill area if that helps!

        Nora Ketchie |
        September 25, 2022 |
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  • Today we found our 1st arrowhead in the river that runs through our property. It looks like white clearish quartz. But I started to look on identifying and it seems to look kinda like a Clovis
    Is there anyone who can help identify it for me? /It's very beautiful

    Marcie Snipes |
    September 19, 2022 |
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  • I would love to! Send pictures and I will document. Please tell me general area where found! (County , state. )

    Ppl |
    October 10, 2022 |
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  • There is a field 149 acres full of Native American arrowheads and pottery artifacts in China Grove, NC. The town is getting ready to approve warehouse buildings on that land. All of those artifacts will be destroyed early next year. If anyone knows how we can save all of these artifacts let me know. It is near exit 68 on I-85.
    Thanks!

    Jamie |
    November 18, 2022 |
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    • Hey can you give my the address

      Kale |
      November 18, 2022 |
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  • You have to be careful who you let know about this. Even the avocational archaeology community. I suggest the state archaeologist at Raleigh to start with.
    Thanks
    HJL

    Ppl |
    November 18, 2022 |
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