Some recent Hopewell culture points

Well, all from Ohio Hopewell culture except for the Adena, which I made at the Flint Ridge knap-in. These points represent three variants of this type: "normal", Snyders, and Gibson. Although the "normal" Hopewell point certainly falls into this category, it does not represent the "classic" form, which would have deeper notches and would be a little more rectangular in shape. The Snyders variant is little more angular in shape and was most prolific in the Illinois area. Finally, the Gibson variant is a narrow blade with notches that come in more from the side than the corners.This is now my favorite point, it is symmetrical, cleanly flaked, and a good replica. Also, these are technically knife blades, not projectile points.

From left to right: hornstone Adena, burlington chert Hopewell, hornstone Snyders, and the burlington Gibson.

A close up of the heated burlington chert Gibson point.

A close up of the heat treated burlington chert Hopewell point.