Spear Tip ?

not2sharp · 11th July 2005, 12:39 AM

Could this be some kind of fishing gig?

n2s

Justin · 11th July 2005, 11:02 PM

Even at almost 1 foot long Im inclined to think that its probably an arrow head,and Im guessing Africa as far as origin.

Bill · 13th July 2005, 12:56 AM

The first pic is spear tips used for fishing in the Philippines. I believe they are most likely from Luzon. The second pic is arrow heads also from the PI; I believe that at least some of them are used for fishing also.

Robert · 13th July 2005, 01:32 AM

Bill,
Thanks for the pictures and information. I would say that the top item in the first picture is almost the same as mine. Do you have any idea as to the age? Could you please post a picture of the entire tip including the wooden part on the end? Thanks again.

Robert

Bill · 13th July 2005, 03:15 AM

My guess on age is between 1950-70, give or take. Try & post some more pics in a day or so.

13th July 2005, 12:56 AM	#3
Bill Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Chicago area Posts: 327	The first pic is spear tips used for fishing in the Philippines. I believe they are most likely from Luzon. The second pic is arrow heads also from the PI; I believe that at least some of them are used for fishing also. Attached Images

11th July 2005, 12:39 AM	#1
not2sharp Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 210	Could this be some kind of fishing gig? n2s

11th July 2005, 11:02 PM	#2
Justin Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 180	Even at almost 1 foot long Im inclined to think that its probably an arrow head,and Im guessing Africa as far as origin.

13th July 2005, 01:32 AM	#4
Robert EAAF Staff Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Centerville, Kansas Posts: 2,196	Bill, Thanks for the pictures and information. I would say that the top item in the first picture is almost the same as mine. Do you have any idea as to the age? Could you please post a picture of the entire tip including the wooden part on the end? Thanks again. Robert

13th July 2005, 03:15 AM	#5
Bill Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Chicago area Posts: 327	My guess on age is between 1950-70, give or take. Try & post some more pics in a day or so.