The Madison point is my third most frequently found point (9%)and shares some of the same characteristics and sites as the Hamilton point. This point was a true arrowhead and was in use at the time Europeans first encountered Native Americans in the Tennessee valley. It is associated with the Mississippian cultures and their mound like compounds. This arrowhead was used by the Cherrokee in this area of Tennessee until the introduction of firearms in the 1700's.
Characteristics:
SIZE : These are small to medium points measuring about 1/2" to 2", with most being around 1".
KEY FEATURES: Triangular with near straight sides and bases. Some have needle tips and some can have small notches in the base and sides.
THICKNESS:Thin with some exhibiting fine serrated edges.
SIMILAR TYPES: Hamilton, Camp Creek, Fort Ancient, Guntersville, Vallina, Sand Mountain
