indiana

Back in the 90s, Darrell and I would occasionally see another relic hunter in a field along a main road a few miles from us when we were driving to out to our fields. It never failed, when we were focused on getting there, we would see him. When we had lots of time to do anything and we were...

we were driving to that restaurant, you know the one, on that road. oh that restaurant. where is it? well you go down to the big oak tree, turn left on that road. that restaurant is just up a ways on that road. shoot anyone could find that. well we found that road but did not find that...

My uncle gave me permission to detect a rental house he owns in the small town of Clinton, Indiana. He said the house was built in the 1890s. My favorite find was what I think is a brass/copper alloy ring with a fake Opal from the turn of the century. Second favorite find is a 1910 Barber dime...

This 5 1/8 inches long by 3 1/4 inches wide full groove axe was found 01/02/2004 in Hancock County Indiana. An old house site debris covers the east side of the creek, where numerous small old bottles and a few mercury dimes also were found. Old plow strikes are evident on both sides of the...

This full groove axe was found 10/28/2007 in Hancock County Indiana. It was a nice sunny day, I was walking along the creek to where a new rock quarry was being dug. In the past I had found a number of nice Harrison County points, and two round bullets. Darrell found a nice cache blade in...

Hello, I have been detecting for about ten years now and I am just now registering with T-Net. Weather is not being cooperative right now but this spring and summer I will be looking to get out detecting as much as I can. I have several permissions and have researched several sites that I plan...

This small roller pestle is only 3 3/4 inches long, its 2 3/8 inches in diameter was found in Hancock County Indiana. Multiple small plow strikes are visible on its surface, both old and new. Peck marks are still visible on some areas of the body while most have been removed from being used, on...

This axe is a type not often seen. This three-quarter groove axe has a double groove. From Bartholomew Co, Indiana, this 5 1/4 inch long axe has some poll damage, but the second groove is easily seen. The grooves are well polished and the face of the axe has peck marks still visible. I can't...

This 6 3/4 inch Porphyry celt has slight ancient damage to the bit, but no other major damage and no plow strikes was obtained from the collection of Mr. Ed Wilson on Jan 25 2013. There is good patina on surface and some hammer peck marks still visible on the body. Mr. Wilson, life long...

Hello. I am totally uneducated regarding Native American points. Over my boyhood years, I always kept my eyes to the ground looking for interesting threads. Over that time I found a few native points, but I haven’t a clue as to their identity. All of these come from central Indiana. I’m...

Founded in 1986, T&T Archaeological Consulting provides two distinct forms of service. Teresa Putty heads up academic and research endeavors (including artifact evaluation as it relates to authenticity and rarity). Tony Putty's efforts are focused on the commercial aspects of artifact...

Found this strangely shaped item in a harvested bean field in west central Indiana near an old home site dating to around 1830s. It registered about a 55-60 on my Garrett AT max and based on the look of it I'd say it's copper alloy (brass usually rings up around 77) but I'm not sure why it's not...

Anyone know what this brass thing is? It reminds me of the lid to a torch that I used while in Dental School called a Hanau Torch (you insert a small bit of rope that soaks up alcohol and burns when you light it). I found it in west central Indiana, USA at a location where I’ve found several...

Here is an interesting bifurcated point which has characteristics of a lost lake point, except its bifurcated. Possibly a Charleston Corner Notched or a Big Sandy Contracting Base This point was found in Delaware County Indiana by David Young. David was in Who's Who #5. let me know what...

Good size to this hafted scraper. Not sure why this image has an orange tint. The edge image more accurately reflects the actual color. Both taken within a few minutes at the same location.

Found this at a site in west central Indiana, USA that turns up items that date to early 1800s-early 1900s. Any ideas? I included a front and back image and also an image of a tiny hinge on the back and a tiny loop (makes me think something would’ve clipped into this loop when it closed using...

Hi! I am from west central Indiana and found this large iron piece about a foot deep in a gravelly creek bed. The site is supposed to be where US soldiers camped in the early 1800s. I’ve found evidence of camped soldiers nearby from 1811 and onward into the civil war era (buttons, harmonica...

Hi What are these? And how did they get in the limestone I was dissolving in acid to release some kind of fossil that is in it? The Limestone is from north central Indiana. Here are some pics of the limestone specimen that these came from: I appreciate anything at all that I can find out...

I doubt very much that I would actually sell it. The this piece had gone through quite an epic journey to get to the place where it and I would meet, sparking new avenues of interest in me, and ushered in a personal evolution in my life through the learning of how its life kinda single handedly...

I found a few interesting things in Indiana around the Bloomington area and I was wondering if I could get information on them. It's sort of a random lot, but I figure someone may have a better idea than me. Any guesses would be much appreciated!

Here is another find from the Bloomington, Indiana area. It was covered in moss in the woods a little ways from Indian creek. I thought it was a geode because of the unusual shape, but once I started soaking it to dissolve the rock, I realized it was a fossil. Now to just figure out what kind...

I have a few rocks I picked up from Indian Creek near Bloomington, Indiana and I am looking for identification. I was thinking perhaps a jasper, but they are rather heavy for their size. The red on them is very dark and smooth and the yellowish brown is more gritty. They have interesting shape...

REVERSE OBVERSE I found this today, and I’m showing the reverse side first, because that’s where I can see the “RICA” at about 4:00-5:00 and hints at the wreath. The obverse has nothing to show. It’s been holed, And there’s rust coming through. The corrosion is topical and rusty, so I wonder...

Just found this in an Indiana yard with some history. It rang up 61-62 on my Garrett Ace 400. Not sure what it is but I figure jewelry off some kind, what with the hinge and all. Any thoughts?

I found this while I was on a hike and I took my kids to the creek near the trail. It looks like there’s some sort of crystal growing in a couple of holes too. I checked some stuff out so I’m not sure if it’s solicified coral or what. It’s pretty heavy and about the size of a baseball. These...

I was on a walk in my woods today and found a mysterious rock with a hole in it. It is concaved and looks like it has tooling marks. Never found something like this. Doesn't seem like a natural formation. New to the forum, hey!

I'm a relatively new detector and I am looking to get out of public parks and taking my detecting to a level with more depth and history. It would be neat to start a club, just as another user posted some years ago on here. I didn't even know this website existed until the right amount of key...

Hello, Just looking for any thoughts on age or history of this axe. Thank you, Norm

Does anyone hunt for artifacts in Jefferson county, other bordering counties, or southern Indiana. If so, what in particular do you look for?

Found this little guy today in cedar creek, but im having issues figuring it out. There are multiple finger grooved spots worn down from alot of use. One end pointed, the other v shaped, with a well rounded belly. Any knowledge would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Looking for hunters to start an informal group to hunt sledding hills after the blizzard snow melts.

Any experienced detectors in the merrillville crown point area can help with some advice where I can go and hunt......any info would be greatly appreciated..... Thanks in advance!! Anyone interested in a partner for detecting in lake county let me know

My father and I are helping each other out. Im 27 he is 58 and the doc says he needs more time outdoors! I own 10 acres in indiana with and old creek running threw it that is dry and all sand. We are going to hit his old handouts, camping site along the river, and places he loved being. I am...

:hello: Hello, I have been interested in fossils for a long time but I can look at a pile of them and have no idea that is what they are...I NEED HELP, I have read most of all threads, but.... its not doing it, hands on... so if there is anyone in Northern Indiana willing to hold my hand and...

:hello: Hello...... I'm just wondering if anyone from Northern Indiana wants a detecting partner, I have an ACE 250 with a DD & Sniper coil...not the best at ALL but its better than all my Bounty Hunters...lol I am willing to drive a few miles , but I need to make a day of it, since gas prices...

Hello, Im in NW Indiana, Lowell area.....and needing some dirt to dig in, if any one wants to let a guy tag along....you can even use my stuff. I have a Trommel, Dredge/Highbanker, Bluebowl and a few other things. If anyone wants help or has a spot but doesnt have the gear to use hit me up...I...

First off, what a great community this is. I've been browsing for the past several hours and I know I'll learn a lot from here! Alright, I've never panned for gold before. I've never operated a metal detector. I don't even know where to begin. All I know is that I want to learn a fun new...

Not for sure if there are many (or any) active members here from the Hoosier state (Well, the name 'Hoosier' was taken, so that is a sign), but here is another one! I'm located in southern Indiana, right on the Ohio river. I'm also completely new to all the topics discussed here! I came looking...