Over 2,000 photographs feature thousands of specimens from our ancient past. Hothem gives the collector all the necessary facts about each item featured, such as important details, size, dates, location found, and current values. This book covers the artifacts found in the heartland of North America, with its primary emphasis on the more common, readily available types, not the museum pieces that virtually no one will ever see or find. This guide shows authentic artifacts which help the collector recognize great finds when discovered in the field. 2003 values.