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Good luck with yr ' Memorable 1st Civil War Bullet.'
Try to get out as much as u can ( I know it's tuff in the Summer) & I think by the end of the Year , you will have 1 or more.
Maybe even some buttons or a Plate. You never Know.
Best Wishes