Iron Arrowheads, 5-1/4"
4938-010-006
| Quantity | Price |
|---|---|
| 1-4 | $3.95 |
| 5+ | $3.50 |
Product Details
Crazy Crow Trading Post's 5-1/4 inch Iron Arrowheads are patterned after points found dating back to 1750 and in use through the 1850s.
Transitioning from stone to metal tools, Native Americans adapted rapidly to changing technologies brought by European settlers. Initially, stone (flint, obsidian, etc.) was the primary material for arrowhead production. However, upon encountering copper, brass, and iron through trade, Indigenous people recognized the benefits these materials offered. The durability and performance of metal tools not only improved hunting efficiency but also reflected evolving trade relationships and technological advancements.
When the finished metal arrowheads were not available through trade, they could be tooled by Indians from available metal, such as discarded gun parts, barrel hoops, and steel or iron scraps.
Therefor, iron arrowheads emerged as the most effective choice for hunting in terms of durability, sharpness retention, and overall utility. They became highly valuable to Native Americans, especially after their introduction by European traders. While stone (such as flint) arrowheads remain prevalent in early archaeological sites, metal arrowheads signal a transformative period in Indigenous tool-making and cultural adaptation. The layers of this evolution reflect broader trends in technology, trade, and cultural interchange during a pivotal era in North American history.
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