Walking a creek today in Maine. My dad and I think this is an abrader maybe?

[Valloy123]

Also has a small inline indentation on the backside that is nowhere near as prominent as the one on the face, but it is noticeable.

 

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[Treasure_Hunter]

Looks much more like a fossil eroded or fell out than being used as an abrader,

 

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[mainejman]

I have no opinion on the stone.But I do know that I'm sorry yoursimple question turned in to such an unnecessary fiasco...when you ask for opinions you get them...where abouts in Maine are you from? Mjm

 

[BenjaminE]

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Also has a small inline indentation on the backside that is nowhere near as prominent as the one on the face, but it is noticeable.

I collected thousands of artifacts during the 1980's, in Arizona. I collected hardstone, metates, mortars, arrowheads, axeheads, pots, beads, shell jewelry, etc. And, I think that the object that you found *could be* an artifact. The problem is that the photos that you are showing do not do the object justice.

You are using unnatural lighting indoors, etc. One cannot see the texture of the groove, the interior sides of the groove, etc. If the bottom is full of divots, then I can see why a person may conclude a fossil fell out. On the other hand, if the groove shows signs of scoring, or grinding, then I would have to lean towards man made. The problem is that the photos do not sufficiently show the details. Also, I would agree that an experienced collector could easily give an informed opinion, if he saw the stone in real life. But, from these photos?

Please post better photos, with natural lighting that show the details inside the groove.

 

[The Grim Reaper]

Too bad I imagine you've walked right past so many cool things in those long years. Why is the study of history so close minded none of us were here we don't know what really went on no matter what some book tries to tell you just theories given the best evidence to date. Clovis first is like flat earth theory, people will laugh about it someday.

I very may have walked by things I DID NOT SEE. But I guarantee you that if I picked it up I knew the difference in an artifact or natural stone.

I think I've found my fair share. lol

Just a few pics of The Room.

 

[Greg Lafla]

I very may have walked by things I DID NOT SEE. But I guarantee you that if I picked it up I knew the difference in an artifact or natural stone.

I think I've found my fair share. lol

Just a few pics of The Room.

Awesome collection

 

[ToddsPoint]

Beautiful collection from Ohio. The heartland was ground zero for Native American cultures. Gary

 

[Mine Shaft]

WoW TGR what a outstanding collection.

 

[newnan man]

Anybody walking behind Grim would be S#%t out of luck! Great collection for sure. Those frames that won the ribbons are amazing!

 

[quito]

Awesome collection

Maybe you can appreciate his opinion a little more now eh?

 

[Greg Lafla]

Maybe you can appreciate his opinion a little more now eh?

I appreciate all opinions, at least I hope I do. I would wager every single one of you knows more about Clovis culture than I do. There's more to find than Clovis pieces is my point. Primitive, subtle, but also astounding beauty and skilled workmanship when you take the time to observe: