Native TN. Shell?? Scraper?

[tncreeker]

I found some pretty things yesterday, (I`ll post later) but this was my prize of the day. Well, I think it is,,it may be nothing, but I like it!
So tool or nothing? You guys know I appreciate and value your knoweledge. It`s 2 inches across. First antler find,,but the dog found it, not me. Been chewed by a mouse I think.
Thanx

 

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[The Grim Reaper]

That is just a Mussell Shell and a very common find on a lot of sites. More than likely not an artifact.

 

[tncreeker]

Thanx for the reply TGR,, I was thinking/googling Clam,,not mussell. I guess thats why I couldnt find a pic. So thank you,,thank you,, uh Thank you very much I still think its pretty.

 

[The Grim Reaper]

tncreeker, keep in mind that just because this Shell wasn't an artifact doesn't mean that all Shells aren't. Some cultures did use these for Hoes and Spoons. The Hoes are usually a little bigger than the one you pictured and they will have a big hole towards the thickest end.

These two in this picture are Shell Hoes.

 

[T Witko]

tn, I agree with what TGR said. We also find shells that were worn as ornaments or decorations. These photos show one that had a hole drilled through the center.

 

[tncreeker]

Very interesting,,thanx for the photos you guys. Good eye on that drilled shell T Witko,,not sure that I would have noticed that. I hadnt realy thought of looking for shells before, I`ll keep my eyes open for sure now. If you aint lookin,,,,you aint findin.
Lori