Yes, tip overlays go on the back (side facing away from you when you're shooting). They can serve a functional purpose, making the tip last longer with FF string, but mostly they add eye candy, and are usually a contrasting wood or colour. Remember, the string on a longbow only touches the limb at the nocks (tips).
Good on yah for giving up your training wheels. Free your bow, your mind will follow.
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