For sure a boat stone. side placed against the atlatl handle.The “boat” may range from nearly rectangular and long to ovate, elliptical, cigar-shaped, or even circular.The amount of hollowing varies from deep with thin walls to no hollowing at all.Many examples may have a string groove along their convex surface.Some examples have a central hole or may have a hole drilled in each end for attaching them to the handle.Incising along the excurvate surface is not unknown.Boatstones range in size from 2 to over 5 inches (50 to 130mm) in length.
With all those holes and grooves, I would think whoever made it didn't want it to get away from them. I would guess it was tied very securely to bone or wood atlatle. Being in the creek wall like that it was destined to be a heartbreaker someday; glad you rescued it. What an astounding find!
Wow definitely find of a lifetime, excellent condition boat stone for sure, there is plenty more stuff around where you found it and where you described where it was found the stuff should be in good shape
Thank you. It is a very special piece. I see that they are even more rare in Georgia, where I found this. It took me two days for the shock to wear off and finally realize how special this is.
Were I to speculate, perhaps what you have is some sort of awl for cordage, sinew, hide, or reed grass. The holes and palm cup,thus suggests. also an addlelat (sp?) for casting spears or stones, may also be a possibility. Archeology on U Tube. What fun!
No kidding. This was not an instant result. I imagine they had to keep resharpening the tool. The amount of pecking and polishing had to be labouring. I want to try and recreate one!
The key of what it is depends on what it was holding go back and see if you can find around ball with a hole in the round ball that would confirm that it was a bell also maybe a member was Def or could not speak and it was worn to be shaking for to find the person or even animal
Incredible artifact, Congrats, looks boatstone like but very exaggerated, looks to be made from steatite, possibly used with an Atlatl. I hope others see it and comment 😎😎😎
Thank you. A boatstone is what I thought at first, but then I saw the groove and holes. Thinking outside the box, I immediately think a possible sling. Its definitely one of a kind. I appreciate you commenting. I'm a fan of your channel!
Sling is my thought but there would be ware of projectiles leaving the cup I would assume. Maybe ceremonial face paint, pigment tray, and the groove and holes were for some type of rope or string. That may have held a top. That's a big stretch though.
@@user-oc6yz8ti2o you make a great point about the sling. I'm wondering if it was part of a necklace/ pendant. Either something was held in it as a bowl type or if it was bowl down with a stone tied inside it. It would be bulky for every day wear and possibly just a ceremonial piece. I dont really know what to think. I appreciate you adding some ideas on this piece. Thank you.
@@bottling.hobo. ~Maybe it is a dough mould for corn flour with ground corn and water put together to make dough and then that item is a dough mould for making cooked corn bread?
For sure a boat stone.
side placed against the atlatl handle.The “boat” may range from nearly rectangular and long to ovate, elliptical, cigar-shaped, or even circular.The amount of hollowing varies from deep with thin walls to no hollowing at all.Many examples may have a string groove along their convex surface.Some examples have a central hole or may have a hole drilled in each end for attaching them to the handle.Incising along the excurvate surface is not unknown.Boatstones range in size from 2 to over 5 inches (50 to 130mm) in length.
Killer boatstone!!! What an incredible find! Congrats and thanks for sharing!
Thank you! I probably reached the peak of arrowhead hunting for my area. Time to find a new hobby hahaha
Killer boat stone! Absolutely amazing condition. Glad you saved it before it was broken. Congrats on the find 👏
With all those holes and grooves, I would think whoever made it didn't want it to get away from them. I would guess it was tied very securely to bone or wood atlatle. Being in the creek wall like that it was destined to be a heartbreaker someday; glad you rescued it. What an astounding find!
Thank you. It's going to be hard to beat this one. I'd hate to think of this as a heart breaker. You're right, I'm glad I found it when I did.
Wow definitely find of a lifetime, excellent condition boat stone for sure, there is plenty more stuff around where you found it and where you described where it was found the stuff should be in good shape
Sir, that’s a Beautiful piece, hang on to it if you can!! Those are hard to come by and may I say, she’s beautiful!👍🏻🇺🇸
Thank you. It is a very special piece. I see that they are even more rare in Georgia, where I found this. It took me two days for the shock to wear off and finally realize how special this is.
Nice!!! Great recovery!!!
It's called a boat stone. Incredible find. No way to know 100% what is was used for
Transporting fire short distance?
That’s a chin strap from caveman football
Dude, that is so cool! Congrats 🔥
Thanks man! I up in Michigan right now, rock hounding and enjoying the recreational aspect as well! They are giving it away in Michigan. Lol
Wow dude ,, amazing.
I think it could be a boat Stone excellent find
Pretty dang cool what ever it is ! Looks like there was an other half of it, maybe some kind of gorget
I'll have to see if there is another half to it or possibly a stone sat perfectly in there.
A boat stone and named because it looks like a miniature canoe. An amulet, charm, or talisman.
It's a weight for an atlatl.
It might be worth putting some strings through the holes, to see what it looks like. The hollow "boat" might be a place to hide a knot.
Prehistoric grease separator.... That was easy..💪😎
Dang it. Why didnt I think of that. Haha. I was leaning towards a catch pan for oil changes.
Were I to speculate, perhaps what you have is some sort of awl for cordage, sinew, hide, or reed grass. The holes and palm cup,thus suggests. also an addlelat (sp?) for casting spears or stones, may also be a possibility. Archeology on U Tube. What fun!
The amount of scraping that took…
No kidding. This was not an instant result. I imagine they had to keep resharpening the tool. The amount of pecking and polishing had to be labouring. I want to try and recreate one!
Looks like a ancient pully of some sort 🤔
Definitely Boatstone something
I think it might be for twisting cord in to rope. Farfetched I know, but . . . . . ?
Used for bending something? Looks like they were strapping on the top hole and groove?
The key of what it is depends on what it was holding go back and see if you can find around ball with a hole in the round ball that would confirm that it was a bell also maybe a member was Def or could not speak and it was worn to be shaking for to find the person or even animal
It’s a dandy artifact.
For transporting fire short distances possobly?
Chastity belt cup.
Well it looks like a horse bell so they could find a animal
I think the groove and both side holes are for cordage. And we know the size of yhe cordage. Its a jig for tying something. What!?? I dont know
Why is it a boatstone..........
Looks like a pulling they made for fishing, I pulling twine they made.....😮😊
Look like old slingshot pocket
BOAT STONE /SLING SHOT BASKET GREAT FIND !
It’s what paint brush artist would’ve used to hang up and dip their paint brushes in
Creo que es una honda o onda ,para cazar,es de la prehistoria, saludos.
Paint bowl ?
Is that for making arrows?
Not really sure what it is. Some say Boatstone and some say ceremonial use.
He lo ❤❤❤❤
It’s the key fob to Fred Flinstone’s car.
Vessel lid...
So heck is a boat stone??
An atlatl weight or some were also worn like a gorget
That anchor , came off the US Enterprise …..happy fourth America , and to the Navy , thanks for the Boat Rides ….ooh rah !
Incredible artifact, Congrats, looks boatstone like but very exaggerated, looks to be made from steatite, possibly used with an Atlatl. I hope others see it and comment 😎😎😎
Thank you. A boatstone is what I thought at first, but then I saw the groove and holes. Thinking outside the box, I immediately think a possible sling. Its definitely one of a kind. I appreciate you commenting. I'm a fan of your channel!
Sling is my thought but there would be ware of projectiles leaving the cup I would assume. Maybe ceremonial face paint, pigment tray, and the groove and holes were for some type of rope or string. That may have held a top. That's a big stretch though.
@@user-oc6yz8ti2o you make a great point about the sling. I'm wondering if it was part of a necklace/ pendant. Either something was held in it as a bowl type or if it was bowl down with a stone tied inside it. It would be bulky for every day wear and possibly just a ceremonial piece. I dont really know what to think. I appreciate you adding some ideas on this piece. Thank you.
@@bottling.hobo. ~Maybe it is a dough mould for corn flour with ground corn and water put together to make dough and then that item is a dough mould for making cooked corn bread?
Could it be window weight??