6: A 6.5-INCH SPADE

Mississippian culture Measures 6.5 x 2 inches.
George Nichols Collection.
Nichols' notes regarding site 94 read as follows, “Cooper County. Hershel Roth farm. Up Turkey’s Branch about 1 ½ miles up from bridge across branch. Near site 46-1.” (46-1= “Village site in bottom N. of Sites farm house. About 300 yds. West up small creek from where bridge cross creek N. of Sites house. ~Cooper County. On Tommy Sites’ farm, near H. Roth farm (site 94.) Near Turkey’s branch, south of Mo. River. )
Guaranteed Authentic. This lot is subject to a 21 day return privilege guarantee. If, in the opinion of Tom Davis, Bill Jackson or Roy Motley, this lot is determined not authentic, the full purchase price shall be refunded.
Near perfect, small base nick, cannot see any bit polish, possibly was not used. Grade 8
$50 - $80