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Informational Articles About Bannerstones, Gorgets, and More
Introduction to Bannerstones
by: Charlie Wagers, Fairfield, Ohio This issue of Prehistoric American is dedicated to the bannerstone, a prehistoric artform which captures the imagination and love of most all
What Were Bannerstones Used For?
SO, what were Bannerstone used for? Unfortunately, a definitive answer is not yet available. Over the years, numerous researchers have tackled the problem of Bannerstones, only
Unique Bannerstone Finds
by V Gary Henry, Asheville, North Carolina Originally Published in the Central States Archaeological Journal, Vol.56, No.4, pg.200 Originally Published in the Central States Archaeological
The Unique Styles Of Mississippi Benton Phase Tubular Bannerstones
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 favorite of
A Look At Butterfly and Winged Bannerstones
The Differing Variations by: Bill Koup Albuquerque, New Mexico The Butterfly or Winged bannerstone of banded slate is probably the most popular and sought after form
A Chronology Of Bannerstones
Our understanding of banner types of the late Archaic Period is much better than the previous period due to the larger number of sites excavated
Native American Hunting Technique
THE ATLATL HOOK AND WEIGHT David Lutz Collection, Newburgh, Indiana The atlatl hook and weight combination is not only a fascinating insight into the hunting
Terry McGuire And Ed Harvey Bannerstone Collections
Hardstone banners from upper left: horned with shaft flute, 2.8″, Illinois. green quartz horned 2.75″ Southern Illinois. granite horned 3.25″, Mercer Co., OH. Wisconsin winged
A Salute To David L. Lutz
by Richard Michael Gramly, PhD THE ARCHAIC BANNERSTONE: ITS CHRONOLOGICAL HISTORY AND PURPOSE FROM 6000 B.C. TO 1000 B.C. by DAVID L. LUTZ Bannerstones exist both in
A Beginner’s Guide to Bannerstones and Their History
What are bannerstones? Bannerstones are small, usually flat, stone artifacts that were created by ancient cultures. They are typically carved into unique shapes and often
Bannerstone Typology
What is Bannerstone Typology? Article and photos provided by Dr. Anna Blume, https://bannerstone.fitnyc.edu/typology The Archaic Bannerstone Project (ABP) distinguishes 24 bannerstone types based on terms
Recommendation for the Photographing of Bannerstones
by Dr. Anna Blume Professor of the History of Art Fashion Institute of Technology State University of New York November 2019. Photographing bannerstones can reveal
Bannerstone Metrics
These metrics were established to further standardize the quantitative information we can gather regarding bannerstones (established by A. Blume, 2017).
Bannerstones of the North American Indian
Used with permission from Dr. Anna Blume Attached below is a downloadable PDF of the entire text of Byron Knoblock’s 1939 Banner-stones of the North American
Bannerstone Collections
All information is used with permission from Dr. Anna Blume. American Museum of Natural History In the collection are 61 bannerstones selected from the 462
The Best Kept Secrets of Selling Native American Artifacts: Expert Insights and AdviceSave
For centuries, Native American artifacts have been treasured for their beauty, cultural significance, and historical value. From intricately woven baskets to intricately carved totem poles,
What is a Bannerstone?
What is a bannerstone? A bannerstone is a small stone artifact that has been found at archaeological sites around the world. These artifacts are typically
The Atlatl: A Forgotten Weapon of the Past, Rediscovered
The atlatl is an ancient weapon that dates back thousands of years. Used by early humans for hunting and warfare, this tool played a significant
Pendants and Gorgets
By Bill Koup, Albuquerque, New Mexico Personal adornment has always been an important pursuit of mankind. The wearing of specialized adornments for the purpose of
Gorgets and Pendants, Stone Ornaments
By James Tharpe, Plainfield, Indiana Gorgets at first glance take on a similar appearance in shape to that of the undrilled bar type bannerstone. This
The Pottery Gorgets and Pendants of Tick Island
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.
Unveiling the Mysteries of a Gorget: Everything You Need to Know
Are you familiar with the intriguing world of gorgets? Whether you’re an antique collector, a history buff, or simply curious about unique fashion accessories, this