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May 15th, started like most metal detecting days, looking for artifacts to fill educational display cases to be donated to the local historical society. First target I dug was the 1851 Large Cent and I knew it was going to be a good day. I was pleasantly surprised to find the Washington Quarter and 2 Mercury Dimes in the same hole. About 4 feet away I uncovered the 1871 Victoria Queen Prince Edward Island One Cent. Initially I thought this was a gaming token, but upon closer examination saw the 1871. It wasn't until I got home did I realize what I found, and man is it good condition. The PEI cents were only minted 1 year (1871) so the likelihood that I'll find another is slim. A short time later I dug the Liberty Walking half, which is always a welcome site. Oh and regarding artifacts, I found a nice ornate gas valve and compact case lid (note the clown in the 10 o'clock position).

P.S. The PEI cent and gas valve is what I'll donate...
 

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Nice dig, Invet2hir! I'm sure the Historical Society will be grateful. Kudos :thumbsup:
 

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xr7, thanks for the compliment! The PEI is probably a once in a lifetime find and the others aren't too shabby either :occasion14:
 

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Wrightdigger, you're right! The historical society and I have a good relationship. I have fun finding artifacts and they get them before my house gets cluttered :hello2:
 

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Woiwza definate museum pieces very well done
 

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invent4hir said:
May 15th, started like most metal detecting days, looking for artifacts to fill educational display cases to be donated to the local historical society. First target I dug was the 1851 Large Cent and I knew it was going to be a good day. I was pleasantly surprised to find the Washington Quarter and 2 Mercury Dimes in the same hole. About 4 feet away I uncovered the 1871 Victoria Queen Prince Edward Island One Cent. Initially I thought this was a gaming token, but upon closer examination saw the 1871. It wasn't until I ofilezilla uc browser rufus t home did I realize what I found, and man is it good condition. The PEI cents were only minted 1 year (1871) so the likelihood that I'll find another is slim. A short time later I dug the Liberty Walking half, which is always a welcome site. Oh and regarding artifacts, I found a nice ornate gas valve and compact case lid (note the clown in the 10 o'clock position).

P.S. The PEI cent and gas valve is what I'll donate...
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Nice dig, Invet2hir! I'm sure the Historical Society will be grateful. Kudos
 

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Congrats on the productive hunt! :occasion14:

I too donate to Historical Societies and to people who just like my finds! :icon_thumleft:
 

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MAILITY said:
Nice dig, Invet2hir! I'm sure the Historical Society will be grateful. Kudos
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Maility, yes they are grateful. Both have written me up in their newsletters, which makes great references when seeking permissions:icon_thumright:
 

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Looks like some nice finds. I'm sure the Historical Society will appreciate your finds.
 

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Trezurehunter said:
Looks like some nice finds. I'm sure the Historical Society will appreciate your finds.
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Trez, thanks - the finds were a welcome sight - as most properties in my part of the country have been detected multiple times. The society is most appreciative, as showing artifacts left behind by our forefathers is a good way to share history w/ young and old alike.
 

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The PEI cents were only minted 1 year (1871) Tutuapp 9Apps ShowBox so the likelihood that I'll find another is slim. A short time later I dug the Liberty Walking half, which is always a welcome site. Oh and regarding artifacts, I found a nice ornate gas valve and compact case lid (note the clown in the 10 o'clock position).
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ARSO, welcome to tnet! Do you have a question or comment?
 

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