Civil War Shovel

[alabama11]

This was a surprise, but measures out and matches on line photo from a museum site which contains examples of Shovels, Picks and a variety of Ax heads that were found at a union camp near Fredericksburg VA.

 

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[d2]

That is neat. I found a pick that the yankee's had thrown in the river but never a shovel or axe in a camp. Nice find...d2

 

[Spats]

Alabama 11, here is a shovel that I found back in the 80s in a Civil War camp near Vicksburg. With the exception of some modifications made by someone for unknown reasons, this shovel appears to be a match for yours. I believe they are definitely Civil War era shovels. Congratulations on your find.

 

[alabama11]

Great shovel you found.
My best friend got a perfect pick on the farm. Union general McCook and 20000 men marched past the house in 1863. Will put a photo of it on this site soon.

 

[Davers]

Super Cool find man.

 

[ARC]

I have one of those shovels in killer shape.
Cool find... WD.

Tis an uncommon one like mine...

Wonder if yours has "added lip" / "foot stike pads".

 

[alabama11]

I am thinking the shovel is cast iron and its weight about 2 pounds. I am going to clean it. Did you clean yours. Best,

 

[ARC]

I am thinking the shovel is cast iron and its weight about 2 pounds. I am going to clean it. Did you clean yours. Best,

I bought mine one early morning at a flea market.

An it was already in good shape... 9 on a ten scale IMO.

 

[ARC]

The vender had a hole bunch of real junk and other crap...
He was asking stupid money for junk and always does...
He had a pile of tools...
Shovels hoes etc...
I see this in the mix...
I ask him how much for the shovel expecting him to say some crazy price...
He says... "ten bucks"...
Then as I am just kinda stunned...
He goes,,,
Ehhh heck give me eight.

Gladly.

 

[alabama11]

Yes, the shovel has added foot pads with screws attaching the addition. At this time they are crusty and not photogenic. Thanks for your interest and information. Best,

 

[Garrett424]

Cool old find.