Eshback

This content was prepared by Zachary Lehmann, Rowan University Class of 2021

What are Eshback Arrowheads?

  • A small to medium size, broad, basal notched point. Tangs can extend beyond the base. Bases are straight, concave or convex.

  • The blade commonly curves back in on the shoulders, towards the base of the point.

  • Commonly Utilized Material: quartz, quartzite, cherts, jasper.

  • The stem is short and may range from straight to slightly expanding.

  • The base is straight.

  • This point has a random flaking pattern.

When and Where were Eshback Arrowheads Used?

  • These arrowhead styles were dated around 4,500 - 3,500 B.P

  • This point is primarily found in the Delaware River Valley and into the mid-Susquehanna River Valley of Pennsylvania.

  • This style was first discovered in 1972 by W. Fred Kinsey III


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