Alba

Name/Title

Alba

Entry/Object ID

HJH.P.1919.M..027

Description

The Alba is a small, triangular point with an expanding stem. The base has a bulky appearance. The blade flares outward towards the shoulders, which are typically horizontal. This point type is more common in the Mississippi River and Red River valleys. It is named for sites near Alba, in Wood County, TX.

Context

Mississippian

Dimensions

Width

1/4 in

Length

3/4 in