BIRDSTONES
By William S. Koup, G.I.R.S. Associate EditorAnd Richard Sisson, G.I.R.S. MemberWith Contributions by Steve Fuller, G.I.R.S. Member For over 150 years, birdstones have been objects that have inspired great passion, […]
Types of Birdstones – Definition of Types
1. Elongated Birdstones Elongated Birdstones comprise the vast majority of all birdstones. Perhaps 75% or more of all birdstones will fall into this category. An elongated birdstone is rather simple […]
Definition Of Birdstone Eyes
The majority of birdstones were made without eyes. A rough estimate would be that only about one-third of all birdstones have some form of eyes. However, those birdstones that do […]
Birdstone Materials
Ferruginous Slate The term ferruginous slate has been affixed to birdstones having been made from fine-grained, striated or banded material similar to banded slate but often more colorful and certainly […]
Fraudulent Birdstones
Pictured on this page are eight fraudulent birdstones made from porphyry and other hardstone materials. Which fake did you select on page 19 as having a shot at being authentic? […]
Use theories regarding the birdstone: past and present
Steven R. Dowell, Alexandria, Kentucky “Looking over the fence” form birdstone. Found in St. Clair County, Michigan. It is 4 inches long and 2 1/8 inches tall. Pictured on page […]
Birdstone Theories
by Conrad Kilian, The Dalles, Oregon Originally Published in the Central States Archaeological Journal, Vol.52, No.3, pg.126 Originally Published in the Central States Archaeological Journal, Vol.52, No.4, pg..195 Forward: After […]