Outline is Representative of Size and Shape:
Name Details:
Identified By: Alan D Reed
Named For: Camel Back WSA, Delta County, Colorado
Date Identified: 2003
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Point Validity:
Valid type
Reed is a professional archaeologist who does extensive studies of Colorado and Utah areas. This type was named in a publication on the Uncompahgre Complex and has limited professional references. This is considered a valid type.
Camel Back Corner Notch
Cluster:
Description of Physical Characteristics and Flaking Pattern:
This is a small triangular corner notch point with an elliptical cross section. The blade is primarily excurvate. The shoulders may vary from slightly barbed to having a slight upward angle. The stem is expanding with a convex base giving the stem a bulbous appearance. This point has a random flaking pattern.
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Distribution:
Distribution Comments:
This point is primarily found on the Uncompahgre Plateau of Colorado.
Age / Periods:
Date: 700 - 500 B.P.
Cultural Period:Late Prehistoric
Glacial Period: Medieval Warm to Little Ice Age
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