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ID: 856b89dd-1c96-4bd9-a99b-08daa20556ed

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Likely authentic

Independent assessment

Calibrated confidence88%

ModernIndeterminatePossiblyLikelyHigh

Positioned on our calibrated confidence scale (bounded to reduce edge noise).

This artifact exhibits characteristics strongly consistent with prehistoric manufacture based on lithic features visible in the submitted images.

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Key Facts

Report created 3/23/2026, 7:33:23 PM

Primary Typology

Johnson (stemmed) — Early to Middle Archaic, 9,000-6,000 B.P.

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Material

Quartz or quartzite

Model confidence: 85%

1 images

Appropriate weathering and patination consistent with age
Natural iron oxide staining in flake scars indicating burial
Flaking pattern shows random percussion typical of aboriginal manufacture
Material selection (quartz/quartzite) consistent with Southeast Archaic traditions
Edge wear and micro-chipping consistent with ancient use
Surface texture shows millennia of weathering
Provenance from Central Alabama aligns with Morrow Mountain distribution

Context

Relatively fresh appearance on some edges could suggest recent exposure or minor modern damage
Some flake scars appear slightly ambiguous in depth consistency

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Size (length · width)

4.5-5.5 cm length, 3.0-3.5 cm width

Report date / time

3/23/2026, 7:33:23 PM

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Typology Assessment

Ranked by likelihood

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