123 year old home o be demolished

[Squirrel322]

123 year old house to be demolished

Found out a bank here is going to demolish a 123 year old home to add additional parking spaces for its employees. I stopped in that morning to the main office and asked if I could speak to someone about the house they were going to demolish. After a short wait I was led back to an office by a nice lady who began nervously explaining to me how they were "working with a couple organizations" to salvage parts of the home. I told her all I was interested in permission to metal detect the yard before they tear the house down. She looked pretty relieved (I think there has been some local backlash) and was like "oh yeah, no problem"

Anyway, I have spent a few evenings there now and think I have cleaning it out pretty good (yeah I know, theres still some treasure hiding in there... )

 

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[BigWaveDave]

So, here's the thing....
AFTER the place gets knocked down, go back and hit it hard.
The bulldozers will tear up the surrounding turf, more goodies will rise, get pushed around, and be closer to the surface.
Also, don't neglect he footprint of the building....the crawl space has potential as well, especially porch areas.

 

[Squirrel322]

So, here's the thing....
AFTER the place gets knocked down, go back and hit it hard.
The bulldozers will tear up the surrounding turf, more goodies will rise, get pushed around, and be closer to the surface.
Also, don't neglect he footprint of the building....the crawl space has potential as well, especially porch areas.

I would like to.... However the lady who gave me permission said once they started to demolish the house it would be a "construction zone" and they wouldn't want me there then.... The front porch has some really thick bushes I might try squeezing behind, wouldn't be easy...

 

[BigWaveDave]

Don't be skeered.

 

[Xraywolf]

All demolition sites are construction zones, and you are automatically trespassing if you hop a barricade or even a caution tape line.
However, if you are aware of and comfortable with the potential dangers [and of course after/before working hours], I consider most of them fair game. Generally, worse that can happen is someone will tell you to scram and don't come back.

I work heavy construction for a living so feel right at home on demolition sites and have never got bounced. I almost always go in the late evening or even at night with a head flashlight.

 

[tomhighland]

Congratulations on your finds. Great job of getting permission. Keep hitting it till they pave it!

 

[vpnavy]

..: NICE FINDS Squirrel :..
Thanks for sharing!​

 

[Truth]

I would like to.... However the lady who gave me permission said once they started to demolish the house it would be a "construction zone" and they wouldn't want me there then.... The front porch has some really thick bushes I might try squeezing behind, wouldn't be easy...

Bring a chainsaw.


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[Argentium]

Nice digs ! What is the date on the Vickie large ?

 

[trapperart]

Congrats on some nice finds

 

[against the wind]

Good for you on getting permission to hunt the property. I like the keyhole plate
Congratulations.

 

[Squirrel322]

Nice digs ! What is the date on the Vickie large ?

1899

 

[Kurios1]

So, here's the thing....
AFTER the place gets knocked down, go back and hit it hard.
The bulldozers will tear up the surrounding turf, more goodies will rise, get pushed around, and be closer to the surface.
Also, don't neglect he footprint of the building....the crawl space has potential as well, especially porch areas.

Yeah, what Dave said. Very nice digs so far my friend. I love construction spots. No need to fret over the sod getting "damaged". Glad the banker lady gave you the go ahead. I hope you have the time to continually work that spot as they keep moving the dirt around. Keep us posted.

 

[Kurios1]

Beautiful Lock Plate Mate. I really love the craftsmanship that went into things back in the day. Well done on the old coins. As far as the lady saying no hunting after construction starts. I am afraid I'd be going back into that dirt once it got stirred up. I would be very respectful of the workers and wait until they are long gone and not disturb their work areas. Use common sense and don't fall into any open holes and avoid any dangerous spots. I just scan for mostly surface finds on these spots. Good fortune whatever you decide to do.

 

[nhbenz]

That is actually the backing plate to a doorbell lever, Eastlake/aesthetic style... nice one!
Like here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Antique-Vic...l-Cast-Brass-Door-Bell-Pat-1882-/362010062648

 

[Kurios1]

View attachment 1463075 That is actually the backing plate to a doorbell lever, Eastlake/aesthetic style... nice one!
Like here: Antique Victorian Eastlake Lever Strike Mechanical Cast Brass Door Bell Pat 1882 | eBay

That makes that find even cooler in my book. Thanks for the information.

 

[Davers]

Don't be skeered.

Save what you can.

I have had similar situations in the past.

 

[Davers]

View attachment 1463075 That is actually the backing plate to a doorbell lever, Eastlake/aesthetic style... nice one!
Like here: Antique Victorian Eastlake Lever Strike Mechanical Cast Brass Door Bell Pat 1882 | eBay

WOW!
Great ID .

 

[basque-man]

Very cool story and the fact she let ya metal detect!!! Great finds. Keep an eye on it though. I would want to get back there when they start moving the dirt!!

 

[Squirrel322]

View attachment 1463075 That is actually the backing plate to a doorbell lever, Eastlake/aesthetic style... nice one!
Like here: Antique Victorian Eastlake Lever Strike Mechanical Cast Brass Door Bell Pat 1882 | eBay

Well done Sir! Thank you for the ID