Experimental and traceological studies of arrowheads in the Mesolithic of the Mountainous Crimea
Journal: Ufa Archaeological Herald
Year: 2024

Traceological analysis of all microliths from multilayer sites Zamil-Koba 1 and 2, Alimovskiy rockshelter, Tash-Air 1, Kukrek revealed arrowheads of various types. Transverse arrowheads prevail in layers of the early phase of the Shan-Koba culture. Long segments and trapezes were used for this purpose. Oblique bladed arrowheads with a barb make a series. Long segments fixed in an oblique slot at the end of an arrow shaft were used as such arrowheads. Lanceolate points were used as piercing arrow