Native American Indian Paleo Double Fire Starter Nutting Stone for Travel Rare
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Native American Indian Paleo Double Fire Starter Nutting Stone for Travel RareWhat it likely is:→ Paleo-Indian or Early Archaic Nutting Stone / Multi-purpose Ground StoneAttributes confirming this:Double Cupules (holes) → Very common in nutting stones → were used to crack nuts, process seeds, or serve as stable spots to hold smaller rocks/tools for further tool-making.Hand-held size, weathered edges, good palm feel → These were carried around or cached by individuals.Location in Iowa + Heavy patina + general erosion → Strongly suggests this dates to Early Archaic (~8000–5000 BC) or Late Paleoindian (~10,000–8000 BC) era when hunter-gatherers started using nutting stones and hand anvils more frequently.Possible Uses (Multi-purpose):Nut cracking (hickory, walnuts, acorns — extremely important food source).Fire starter base (holding stick while using bow drill → would prevent stick from slipping).Seed or pigment grinding (secondary).Hafting or preparing sharp tool edg Perfect for everyday use. excellent materials and excellent craftsmanship ensure long-lasting durability.
