My Favorite Form of "Social Distancing"......

[Chizzy]

Well, with the current restrictions, I've come to the conclusion that the only way to keep some semblance of sanity is to follow the guidelines set forth by the Governor of the Commonwealth. "Walking, Hiking and Running" are permissible so long as "social distancing" rules are followed. There was no specific mention of equipment taken on those walks.

So, with said equipment in hand, I proceeded to a double lot permission a block from my home. The yard has yielded a couple of bucket listers.......my first Franklin half (1950) and my first seated coin, an 1876 dime. The dime is well worn, but still a first. It has been a good diversion for a couple of hours each day of good weather. I've pulled 4 Tootsies, a handfull of wheats, 5 IHPs, 2 Rosies, a WW2 nickel and a dateless Buffalo.

But, there was one item that stood out from all the rest........



This is a 1916 PA Driver's License. It's a brass badge 4" wide and 2" tall and is silver plated. The pin fastener is broken off (although I did find it) and the pin itself rusted to oblivion. The research says that these were originally issued as "chauffeur's badges" beginning around 1910. It's still unclear whether a driver's test was involved, but surely a fee was. If anyone has any additional information, please chime in!!

Thanks for lookin' in and keep huntin'!

 

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[Digger RJ]

Very Nice!!! Congrats!!! Any other Pics?

 

[Professor of Engineering]

Sweet!

 

[washingtonian]

I've only found one of those Chauffeur Badge/Driver's licenses. They are a neat, old piece of history. Nicely done!!!

 

[A2coins]

Chauffers badge is awesome plus thats a good coin collection you got I would be happy with one of any of those Good hunt stay safe out there

 

[Chizzy]

Very Nice!!! Congrats!!! Any other Pics?

Here you are, Digger.......sorry about the delay.



1950 Franklin, 1912 King George, 1943 P 35% nickel, no Date Buffalo, 1951 and 1963 Rosies, 1876 Seated dime (really rough), IHP's are 1883, 1891, 1904. 1906 and 1908. There's also a lead car seal from the NYC RR and a Slavic fraternal pin.

 

[Chizzy]

Chauffers badge is awesome plus thats a good coin collection you got I would be happy with one of any of those Good hunt stay safe out there

I have a pic for you on storage and, thanks, Tommy.

 

[Gold Maven]

very cool!
my 90 year old Uncle, said his mother took him to get his driver's license, at the post office then, the postmaster asked Grandmother if my Uncle could drive.
She said yes, and he got his license.

 

[Chizzy]

very cool!
my 90 year old Uncle, said his mother took him to get his driver's license, at the post office then, the postmaster asked Grandmother if my Uncle could drive.
She said yes, and he got his license.

Great story and gives insight into how licenses were issued in those days/times! Thanks!!

 

[Coinstar magnet]

Very cool....another find I didn’t know existed...it's nice you can escape and social distance...thanks for sharing

 

[Terry Soloman]

Super finds Chuck - Congrats!

 

[Chizzy]

Very cool....another find I didn’t know existed...it's nice you can escape and social distance...thanks for sharing

Hey, magnet......gotta tell ya, all these finds were with a Compadre. It's been my "go to" machine for 4 years. It may not have the extra depth, but if you learn it and are listening closely, it won't let you down. I still use the Vaquero for deep targets and will be spending time with the new Equinox 600 this summer, but I love that Compadre.

 

[pa-dirt_nc-sand]

I found one just like yours in W PA earlier this year, cool stuff!