A couple incredible finds from the nail road

[PlzBSeated]

Went back to the nail site to see what might remain hidden. Pulled up what has to be the best Barber Dime I have ever found. Incredible detail. And plenty of mint luster left on both sides. I tried to capture some of that luster with the third picture.
Yes, there is a ding in the dime. I am pleading innocent on this one. I gave the target a wide berth. And upon inspection the ding does not appear shinier than the coin itself which usually indicates a fresh gash. If I DID get it, I deserve to be banned from the hobby.



This button was completely obscured by nails. It too is in great condition. Best I could determine it is an 1820s to 1830s general service "Great Coat" button.



One last item I found, again completely obscured by nails, is this item with an anchor. Not sure if it is a button or what. It is completely encrusted on the back, unlike the other finds that weren't all that far from it.

Today's finds...

1820s to 1830s General Service Great Coat Button
1909 Barber Dime
Anchor Button?

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[Hunk-a-lead]

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Went back to the nail site to see what might remain hidden. Pulled up what has to be the best Barber Dime I have ever found. Incredible detail. And plenty of mint luster left on both sides. I tried to capture some of that luster with the third picture.
Yes, there is a ding in the dime. I am pleading innocent on this one. I gave the target a wide berth. And upon inspection the ding does not appear shinier than the coin itself which usually indicates a fresh gash. If I DID get it, I deserve to be banned from the hobby.

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This button was completely obscured by nails. It too is in great condition. Best I could determine it is an 1820s to 1830s general service "Great Coat" button.

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One last item I found, again completely obscured by nails, is this item with an anchor. Not sure if it is a button or what. It is completely encrusted on the back, unlike the other finds that weren't all that far from it.

Today's finds...

1820s to 1830s General Service Great Coat Button
1909 Barber Dime
Anchor Button?

PBS

very nice barber and buttons, wtg

 

[pepperj]

Congrats on the silver and the buttons.
The coat button us top shelf.
Old gash-new micro rub scratches.

 

[E-Trac-Ohio]

Congrats on the Barber and other great finds !

 

[cudamark]

Nice! I just found the same button!

 

[Old Bookaroo]

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Went back to the nail site to see what might remain hidden. Pulled up what has to be the best Barber Dime I have ever found. Incredible detail. And plenty of mint luster left on both sides. I tried to capture some of that luster with the third picture.
Yes, there is a ding in the dime. I am pleading innocent on this one. I gave the target a wide berth. And upon inspection the ding does not appear shinier than the coin itself which usually indicates a fresh gash. If I DID get it, I deserve to be banned from the hobby.

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This button was completely obscured by nails. It too is in great condition. Best I could determine it is an 1820s to 1830s general service "Great Coat" button.

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One last item I found, again completely obscured by nails, is this item with an anchor. Not sure if it is a button or what. It is completely encrusted on the back, unlike the other finds that weren't all that far from it.

Today's finds...

1820s to 1830s General Service Great Coat Button
1909 Barber Dime
Anchor Button?

PBS

Dulce!

Would you be willing to share some more information about your "nail site?" Obvious, not where it is - just what it is. An old farm? Homestead? You're in SW Michigan - a logging camp?

Are your finds near buildings (or foundations) or out in an open area?

Thank you!

Good luck to all,

The Old Bookaroo

 

[Bamasteve]

Very nice finds, congrats!

 

[PlzBSeated]

Dulce!

Would you be willing to share some more information about your "nail site?" Obvious, not where it is - just what it is. An old farm? Homestead? You're in SW Michigan - a logging camp?

Are your finds near buildings (or foundations) or out in an open area?

Thank you!

Good luck to all,

The Old Bookaroo

It's a complete road reconstruction, walks included. Nails are generally where the walks once were...in a rather old and still busy neighborhood.

PBS

 

[Old Bookaroo]

It's a complete road reconstruction, walks included. Nails are generally where the walks once were...in a rather old and still busy neighborhood.

PBS

Thank you! Good information to have and to use!

Good luck to all,

The Old Bookaroo

 

[CoinsAndThings]

Very nice!

 

[Digger RJ]

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Went back to the nail site to see what might remain hidden. Pulled up what has to be the best Barber Dime I have ever found. Incredible detail. And plenty of mint luster left on both sides. I tried to capture some of that luster with the third picture.
Yes, there is a ding in the dime. I am pleading innocent on this one. I gave the target a wide berth. And upon inspection the ding does not appear shinier than the coin itself which usually indicates a fresh gash. If I DID get it, I deserve to be banned from the hobby.

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This button was completely obscured by nails. It too is in great condition. Best I could determine it is an 1820s to 1830s general service "Great Coat" button.

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One last item I found, again completely obscured by nails, is this item with an anchor. Not sure if it is a button or what. It is completely encrusted on the back, unlike the other finds that weren't all that far from it.

Today's finds...

1820s to 1830s General Service Great Coat Button
1909 Barber Dime
Anchor Button?

PBS

Very Nice!!! Congrats!!!

 

[PlzBSeated]

Congrats on the silver and the buttons.
The coat button us top shelf.
Old gash-new micro rub scratches.

Point taken. Could probably stand to improve the recovery skills.

PBS

 

[Coinstar magnet]

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Went back to the nail site to see what might remain hidden. Pulled up what has to be the best Barber Dime I have ever found. Incredible detail. And plenty of mint luster left on both sides. I tried to capture some of that luster with the third picture.
Yes, there is a ding in the dime. I am pleading innocent on this one. I gave the target a wide berth. And upon inspection the ding does not appear shinier than the coin itself which usually indicates a fresh gash. If I DID get it, I deserve to be banned from the hobby.

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This button was completely obscured by nails. It too is in great condition. Best I could determine it is an 1820s to 1830s general service "Great Coat" button.

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One last item I found, again completely obscured by nails, is this item with an anchor. Not sure if it is a button or what. It is completely encrusted on the back, unlike the other finds that weren't all that far from it.

Today's finds...

1820s to 1830s General Service Great Coat Button
1909 Barber Dime
Anchor Button?

PBS

All great finds...sounds like you earned it with all the nails...4 sided nails?

Congratulations!

 

[PlzBSeated]

All great finds...sounds like you earned it with all the nails...4 sided nails?

Congratulations!

Yes.

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[oldmxrat]

Sweet finds, congrats!

 

[JeffInMass]

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Went back to the nail site to see what might remain hidden. Pulled up what has to be the best Barber Dime I have ever found. Incredible detail. And plenty of mint luster left on both sides. I tried to capture some of that luster with the third picture.
Yes, there is a ding in the dime. I am pleading innocent on this one. I gave the target a wide berth. And upon inspection the ding does not appear shinier than the coin itself which usually indicates a fresh gash. If I DID get it, I deserve to be banned from the hobby.

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This button was completely obscured by nails. It too is in great condition. Best I could determine it is an 1820s to 1830s general service "Great Coat" button.

View attachment 2146506

One last item I found, again completely obscured by nails, is this item with an anchor. Not sure if it is a button or what. It is completely encrusted on the back, unlike the other finds that weren't all that far from it.

Today's finds...

1820s to 1830s General Service Great Coat Button
1909 Barber Dime
Anchor Button?

PBS

All 3 of those finds are special, but that Barber dime is pristine- Congrats!!