Blunt Projectile

hunting tool

One of three blunt projectiles in bundle of six total projectiles. Projectile is hollow on one side. Hafting material appears to be a dyed cotton thread. There is no evidence of notches that would accept a bowstring, suggesting these projectiles were propelled by a blowgun or similar means. Donated to the collection in a loosely-wrapped bundle held together by a loosely-wrapped shoelace and kept together despite significant differences in style. Five shafts are bamboo or similar reed. All species unidentified. Dates and locations unknown. Overall: 24 5/8 x 1/8 x 1/8 in.