Is it legal to keep arrowheads in Florida?
Not at all! Collecting from private property is certainly allowed – all you need is permission of the property owner. Some city and county lands can be collected from, although many do have archaeological protection ordinances so people should make sure they find out the rules and get permission.
How much are bird point arrowheads worth?
Since they are so common, you won’t be able to sell a typical arrowhead for much. However, some arrowheads are worth much more than others. An arrowhead can be worth $20,000 in the best cases, even though it might only be worth $5, and an average arrowhead is only worth about $20.
Where can I dig for arrowheads?
Surface arrowheads are easier to spot in the desert where there is less ground cover. Forest can hold a lot of artifacts too, but the dirt and ground cover can make artifact hunting almost impossible. In forested areas I recommend checking river beds and dried up creeks.
How do you know if an arrowhead is valuable?
Arrowheads are worth more if they are very ancient or made out of unusual materials. An arrowhead (or more likely a spearhead) that is 10,000 years old might be worth a fortune. Arrowheads made of gems such as japer are worth more than typical grey stone arrowheads.
Do all creeks have arrowheads?
Creeks and rivers with low water levels will expose much more of the gravel bars and creek beds, which is where the arrowheads can be found. Also look in the eroded sides of the creeks that would normally be covered with water.
How deep are arrowheads usually buried?
There will usually be a foot or two worth of soft ground followed by harder ground if you dig. Any artifacts are quite likely buried in the softer ground. Water might bury an artifact under softer ground over time, but an arrowhead is not likely to end up under the harder ground.
What to look for when looking for arrowheads?
Tilled Fields Will Turn Up Native Artifacts Finding a spot with flint chips (percussion flakes) means there were once native inhabitants nearby, and searching these areas after field work or a good rain can turn up arrowheads.
Where can I dig in creeks for arrowheads?
What kind of Arrowhead do you use in FL?
Fl. Abbey type point w/COA! Fl. agatized coral knife, comes with Davis COA! Fl. Arredondo type arrowhead Fl.
What kind of arrowheads come with CoA?
5 Florida points w/COA! Fl Hamilton type arrowhead with COA! Fl. Abbey type point w/COA! Fl. agatized coral knife, comes with Davis COA! Fl. Arredondo type arrowhead Fl. Arredondo type arrowhead, GLOSSY PATINA! Fl. Atlatl dart w/COA. Fl. Beaver Lake type arrowhead Fl. Beaver Lake type arrowhead with COA Fl. Bolen Bevel type arrowhead Fl.
What kind of activities do Arrowhead hunters do?
Arrowhead hunting is a great hobby, with activities that include hiking, camping, kayaking, and snorkeling. You don’t need a bunch of fancy gear, just your eyes and some determination to get the job done. An expert is a man who’s made all the mistakes that can be made in a very narrow field.
Is it legal to hunt arrowheads on private land?
The heat from the sun that warmed ancient man is the same heat that warms you now. The goal of this website is to encourage every arrowhead hunter to hunt legally, ethically, and with great respect for ancient cultures. Your best bet for doing that is surface hunting private property with permission from the landowner.
