mardi gras 1906

woody_g

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got out for a bit after work and found a few goodies. first find was an indian head penny [first one in awhile] rough shape can't make out the date.then started digging wheaties 1917 ,1926,1929 and two i can't read the dates.then i dug this mardi gras pendant from 1906.not bad for a couple of hours hunting.
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mikewaz

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Nice going with that unique find. First one I've ever seen.
Have a good time!
Mike
 

olekyground

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Thats a really neat relic! CONGRATS
 

Deepdiger60

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Nice piece of history :icon_thumleft: Mardi Gras ..Fat Tuesday was started by the French in 1703 Good hunt Dd60
 

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woody_g

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mikewaz said:
Nice going with that unique find. First one I've ever seen.
Have a good time!
Mike
thanks for all the great comments.thats what i love about metal detecting is finding old and unique pieces like this to add to my collection.
 

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I wonder if people blacked out and went nude in the streets in 1906?
 

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