Arrowhead facts for kids
An arrowhead is the sharp, pointed tip of an arrow. It can also be the name for any shape that looks like this tip.
People have used arrowheads for thousands of years. They were important tools for hunting animals and for defense.
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What are Arrowheads Made Of?
Arrowheads are found all over the world. Archaeologists often find them made from stone. Common stones include flint, obsidian, or chert. But arrowheads made of bone, wood, and metal have also been discovered.
Arrowheads are attached to the long part of an arrow, called the shaft. They can be thrown like a spear or shot from a bow.
Ancient Arrowheads in North America
In North America, many arrowheads are sometimes thought to be from American Indians who lived in more recent times. However, most are actually from North America's prehistoric ancestors. Some of these ancient arrowheads are over 15,000 years old! They come from groups like the Paleo-Clovis Culture.
Arrowheads in Viking Times
In Scandinavia, during the Viking age, people used many different kinds of arrowheads. Each type was designed for a specific job or task.
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Images for kids
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Arrowheads made of bone and antler found in Nydam Mose (3rd–5th century).
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Ancient Greek bronze arrowheads. They are shaped like leaves, three-leaf clovers, and triangles.
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Some arrowheads made of quartz.
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New copies of different arrowheads from medieval Europe.
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A modern broadhead tip, used for hunting.
See also
In Spanish: Punta de flecha para niños
