Schmader 2023. Items recovered on surface or by metal detection at Piedras Marcadas Pueblo. (A) chain mail, (B) bronze clothing lace tags (aglets), (C) brass clothing fasteners, (D) copper needles, (E) wrought iron nail, (F) bronze buckle, (G) bronze horse bridle cinch, (H) bronze belt loop, (I) steel sword or dagger tip, (J) bronze medallion, (K) lead arquebus (musket) balls, (L) copper crossbow boltheads, (M) chipped stone arrow point and spear point. Artifact photos by M. Schmader, 2020.

Schmader’s research at Piedras Marcadas Pueblo uncovers evidence of fierce Tiwa resistance during Coronado’s 1540s expedition through New Mexico. doi.org/10.1080/0023...
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