The technology that made the first stone points possible was invented by our distant ancestor Homo erectus in Africa during the later Acheulean period, circa 400,000–200,000 years ago. This technology involved knocking bits of stone off a hunk of rock to create a sharp point.

What is the oldest arrowhead in the world?

Earliest Bone Arrowhead, 61,700 Years Old, Found in South Africa.

What is the history of arrowheads?

Arrowheads have been used by Native Americans since ancient times as weapons and tools. An arrowhead is a tip, usually sharpened, that was used as a tool in hunting and as a weapon during warfare. Native American arrowheads were used during ancient times, specifically in the Stone Age.