Projectile Point

MOA: University of British Columbia

2990/650

Obsidian point with straight base, excurvated shape, serrated edges and acute distal end. Random flaking technique. Unbroken.


  • Type of Item point
  • Culture Nasca
  • Material obsidian stone
  • Measurements height 7.6 cm, width 4.4 cm, depth 0.9 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Alan R. Sawyer, Erika H. Sawyer
  • Received from Erika H. Sawyer

  • Made in Peru

  • Creation Date between 101 BCE and 800
  • Collection Date between 1950 and 1975
  • Ownership Date before January 15, 2013
  • Acquisition Date on January 15, 2013

  • Condition excellent
  • Accession Number 2990/0650