Etowah Plain

Background

Named after the Etowah site by Robert Wauchope.

Sorting Criteria

Plain sand-tempered pottery associated with the Etowah site. Vessel forms are elongated jars that narrow toward the rounded bases from moderately sloping shoulders. A small number of open bowls have also been noted. Rims are flared and lips are rounded.

Geographical Range
Northwestern Georgia.
Chronological Range
Middle Mississippian, Etowah period.
Temper
Sand Temper
Surface Treatment
Plain