Wahoo !!!!!! A dream comes true !!!!

[Brian in MA]

Research and hard work finally paid off in a huge way !!!!

I was finding mostly late 1800's relics and coins but knew the area was farmed as early as the 1640's so the potential was there for something really old to come out of the ground. I have been dreaming of finding one of these coins for years. I have seen 'Tree Coins' dug by other hunters which was quite a thrill. But, nothing compares to locating and digging one for yourself.

It's a 1662 Oak Tree Two Pence. It's the tiny thing next to the Barber and Mercury dimes. It's not in great shape but it's not holed or bent and it's the prettiest thing I've dug in the 30+ years that I've been detecting and I couldn't be happier !!!

Thanks for looking and Happy Hunting !!!

Brian in MA

 

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[TimC (North Alabama)]

Gosh, what an incredible find dude. There's nothin wrong with the detail.

 

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[xlt nh]

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome.....Find of a lifetime!!!! WTG!!

HH, Hank 8)

 

[River Rat]

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[treasurefiend]

Sweet!!!

 

[Admiral de Salee]

Thanks for showing us it can be done.

I hope you're having the time of your life!

 

[Bartman]

How deep was this particular coin? When did you know what you had? More details please, this is quite exciting for the rest of us.

 

[Indianhead Jones]

I agree with Captn.....could you post a close-up of that beautiful old silver?? Congratulations on a super find my friend!! Bravo!

Larry

 

[hollowpointred]

wow! it just doesnt get any older than that here in the states. that coin was lost by one of the friggin pilgrims! congratulations!

 

[hogge]

CONGRATS!!!!!! On my wish list. Being in western Ma. limits my chances but I'm still hopeful. TREMENDOUS FIND!!

 

[stevesno]

Great job! i dont even have dreams anymore of finding something that scarce....Congrats....Steve

 

[Brian in MA]

Thanks everyone for all the nice words. It still hasn't hit me yet exactly what I found. I still can't believe I'm on the Banner !!!!

Some of you have asked for more details of how deep it was and what it sounded like. Well, I've calmed down enough to give some details.

First off, I am very fortunate to live in this area of the country and especially in this section of the State of Massachusetts. Amazingly, there have been several other Tree Coins found in this area over the past 10 years.

The coin was found in a field that I (and many others) have hunted dozens of times before. The coin was about 8" deep in nice dark soil. That is very deep for such a small coin. I use a Minelab Explorer II and it hit about where an Indian Head would hit on the meter.

It is truly an awesome feeling having found this coin. But, I cannot wait to get back out there and find it's big brother !!!!!

Thanks again,

Brian in MA

 

[Mainedigger]

It is truly an awesome feeling having found this coin. But, I cannot wait to get back out there and find it's big brother !!!!!

Brian...I hope you not only find its big brother...but the whole family!!... Congrats once again an an awesome find!!!

 

[N.J.THer]

Brian,
Thanks for sharing the details...I hope you find lots more.
NJ

 

[Johnny Ringo Silver]

After digging for 30 years I believe you have earned it! I'm happy for you and hope the joy comes back to greet you every time you look at it! Congrats on a find that will be hard to beat. 8)

 

[collector01]

congrats that's awesome I hope it doesn't take me 30 years to find one but I guess it would be worth the wait, great job.

 

[cmlmich]

Awesome find!!!!! You give newbie like me encouragement.

Thanks

 

[Baggins]

That is truly a rockin' piece of history!
HH
Baggins

 

[Dirt Dobber]

Wooo doggies thats old. WTG Great banner (Great anything).Keep us posted. D.D.

 

[watercolor]

What an amazing find!!

Stuff dreams are made of. . .

 

[lonewolfe]

Excellent finds!

HH

Lonewolfe