Culture/People:
probably Paleoindian Tradition (archaeological culture) (attributed)
Object name:
Angostura point
Date created:
8000-5000 BC
Place:
Near Albert Lea; Big Island, Albert Lea Lake; Albert Lea; Freeborn County; Minnesota; USA
Media/Materials:
Quartzite
Techniques:
Flaked/chipped
Collection History/Provenance:
Collection history unknown; formerly in the collection of Mrs. William M. Frazer; acquired by MAI in 1947.
Catalog number:
20/9799
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