Savannah River
This content was prepared by Shania Terry, Rowan class of 2021
What is Savannah River?
Savannah Riber is a medium to large triangular-shaped point. It is flat and tends to curve at the tip. This point generally has a random flaking pattern. This style projectile point is most commonly made with quartzite, rhyolite, and slate.
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Where and when is it found?
Savannah River is found primarily around the Appalacian mountain range on the East coast. Specifically, it's found on the coast from New Jersey to Florida. It is estimated that this point is from 4,150 to 3,800 B.P.
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Who discovered Savannah River?
Savannah River was discovered by William H. Claflin. Claflin was a young, amateur archaeologist who traveled the United States. Though some called him an amateur archaeologist, he was essentially someone who liked to dig and had no credentials. He found this particular style on Stalling Island in the Savannah River. Therefore, this point was named for this large river system that divides South Carolina and Georgia.
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