A scarce mid-century archaeology offprint from American Antiquity documenting the Naco, Arizona mammoth discovery and associated artifacts. This example is especially appealing because it includes a handwritten dedication + signature (“Reid …”) on the cover page (please see close-up photos for full inscription).

Highlights

• Original 1953 offprint/reprint booklet (not a modern photocopy)

• Classic Southwest archaeology / Paleoindian reference

• Inscribed & signed on front page

• Includes maps/figures and full article text as shown

Perfect for collectors of archaeology ephemera, American Antiquity, Arizona history, paleoanthropology, or signed scientific material.

Item specifics

• 📚 Publication: American Antiquity (Offprint/Reprint)

• 🗓️ Year: 1953 (July 1953; Vol. 19, No. 1)

• 🧑‍🔬 Authors: Emil W. Haury; Ernst Antevs; John F. Lance

• 🗺️ Topic/Region: Naco, Arizona / Mammoth remains / Archaeology

• ✍️ Signature: Inscribed & signed (“Reid …”, see photos)

• 📄 Format: Softcover offprint booklet

• 🇺🇸 Language: English

• 🏛️ Subject: Archaeology / Anthropology / Paleontology / Southwest US

Condition
Good vintage condition with visible age toning/spotting and light handling wear; inscription/signature present. Pages appear clean and readable overall—see photos for exact condition details.

Additional details
Seller’s Note: Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description. You will receive the exact item shown. Any measurements, dates, or attributions are best-effort based on visible markings; ask questions before purchase if you need anything confirmed.

Keywords
American Antiquity offprint, 1953 archaeology, Naco Mammoth, Emil W Haury, Ernst Antevs, John F Lance, Arizona archaeology, Paleoindian, Pleistocene, mammoth remains, signed ephemera, anthropology reprint, vintage academic paper, Southwest history, fossil discovery, Cochise County Arizona