The Best Of My First Season

[steelheadwill]

Greetings Everyone!

I started Md'ing in March of this year after discovering T-Net.
I've been very fortunate in my first season, with many thanks to all the friends I've made here, who helped me learn Md'ing and Identification.
I'm starting with my favorite,
1) NH Service in World War Cross Medal. 1919.
2) Gold Shield Ring, I am guessing at a 1650-1750 Date.
3) 1788 Massachusetts Cent. Breen 970.
4) 1776 'Continental Curency' Pewter Coin. A photo of this sent to a Colonial Expert returned a short reply: 'reproduction' It is far overweight, so it may be a period cast copy. Breen states these were made with a high lead alloy. it is probably not one of the 1876 centennials, as these were made with 'Currency' dies, as were the pre WW1
& 1962 repros.
5) 1810 Script Infantry Button, Star in Oval, Pewter. Albert GI36A3.
6) 1830 USMC Button, one piece. Tice MC206
7) Major George B. McClellan Presidential campaign Medal,
1864, Running against President Lincoln.
8) 1780 Gold Netherlands Trade Ducat. note the lovely shovel ding! (this came out of the mud while digging another target.)
9) NH Volunteer Militia Coat Button. Pictured along with one I got from a jar of asst buttons at yard sale. Tice NH200A2
10) 1694 William & Mary Copper. Pretty smooth, But 'ET Maria' tells the tale.
I have to include one more, I.N. Gulick Token, Used by Spanish war Prisoners
at the Camp Long Prison store, Portsmouth NH, A Rare and Historic Find!
Scroll down on OP for great ID & links to the history of this formerly unnattributed Token, (Thanks again Mackaydon!) http://forum.treasurenet.com/index.php?topic=365132.msg2593235#msg2593235
I had a great year with US Large Cents, 16 Identifiable examples from 1801-1853,
also, 3 cast lead Counterfeit Coins, Draped Cent, a later Large Cent, & George II HP.
I have posted my '100 best Finds' in my profile pix, if you care to browse more.
many finds have info & links above photo when opened
http://forum.treasurenet.com/index.php?action=profile;u=50409;sa=pictures
Again, Thanks to All of You at Treasurenet!
Best of Digs for 2011

 

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[steelheadwill]

Re: My First Season Best

I'm adding a 1 piece 'A' Button & a decent Early Artillery Corps,
heck, I may as well fill this page too!
I need to get a display going, it's a shame to have all these finds hidden in a box!

 

[steelheadwill]

From Mainer

Herbie, what you accomplished in 9 months is nothing short of amazing. You are going to have a tough time beating 2010, but I know your up for the challange. Proud to call you my friend. Take care and here's to 2011.

Thank you Mainer,
I've seen a lot of stunning finds from you this season!
We both made the Banner in 2010!
I predict Great Finds for you in 2011.
I'm always happy to hear from You Friend!

 

[steelheadwill]

I gotta reply to my own post again!
I listed my favorites numerically, and now that I look, #8 'Gold Ducat'
has the sunglasses smiley instead of the number.
8 ) is the sunglass smiley link, Ain't that something : laughing7:
I needed shades when this piece came out of the mud, it was so shiny I thought it was a plastic toy token!

 

[dwayne sueno]

amazing variety of finds.
i suppose the ducat is my favorite, but the counterfeit dollar and the mass copper are not far behind!

 

[Steve in PA]

I don't think you could have a better rookie season! Those finds are more like what I'd expect from a seasoned pro!

 

[history hunter]

You did fantastic! I would love to be in an area where the OLD stuff is!

 

[testing123]

Congrats on your finds! I love that old gold ring the most

 

[Brian W]

You made some great finds for your first season...Congrats Herbie

 

[Sniffy]

You have some very high quality finds for your first year...keep nailin them awesome sites up there!

 

[birdman]

You found more in your first year then most do in 10.

 

[steelheadwill]

You found more in your first year then most do in 10.

Many thanks for all your great replies!
I must say I believe it is the rich sites I've found more than my detecting skills that led to these discoveries.
Digging almost every hit was a big help.
I brought in my scrap brass & aluminum last week, $287 !
The only finds I've sold.
I am indebted to all of you people who have helped me with Great advice and identifications
Great Finds & Good Health To You All in 2011 !

 

[Woodland Detectors]

Herbie, your one of my favorite diggers this year buddy.
You smoked most of em.

 

[Mr Tuff]

killer year of digs!!!! congrats!! MR TUFF