testing123
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Went to a nearby corn field to try my chances there. After a half hour or so, found a nice tombac button (not pictured). Not 5 minutes later the e-Trac signaled something that sounded a little bit like lead. Dug about 4 or 5 inches and out popped a coin! It's slightly larger than a nickel and I think it's some form of King George copper. Can anyone tell me the exact name? I don't have much knowledge on pre-1793 U.S. coins. Date looks to be 1740?
I want to try cleaning it, but there's some flaking on the edges so I'm deathly afraid to touch it any more. Any suggestions on cleaning? Or just leave it as-is?
Thanks and happy digging! This is my first 1700s coin!!!!
I want to try cleaning it, but there's some flaking on the edges so I'm deathly afraid to touch it any more. Any suggestions on cleaning? Or just leave it as-is?
Thanks and happy digging! This is my first 1700s coin!!!!
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