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Columbia Plateau Region

 


Hendricks

DESCRIPTION: is a medium size, corner notched dart.  Blade region is triangular with straight, typically serrated margins, beveling has been shown in some examples.  Shoulders are barbed and are typically sharp.  Base is straight and expanding with light grinding reported in some examples.  Flaking patterns are variable, but tend toward regular to mixed. Cross-sections are usually biconvex.  This form is associated with the Willamette Valley and Portland Basin.  This type is likely a proceeding type to the later and smaller Calapooya.

 

Age and Culture: 3,500 – 1,500 B.P, Early to Late Riverine Phase

 

Collection and photo: Kim Radke


 

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Updated 1-7-08

Created: 2008
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