1838 anti slave token today

[marinedad]

got an invite to detect an old farmhouse this morning and dug a 1838 anti slavery token. at least thats what i think it is. not much in the way of coins, 3-7/16ths round lead balls too. any body know the best way to clean something like this? what are they made of? for now i will just soad in water. thanks, hh.

 

[BuckleBoy]

Post a photo of your token and we will better be able to help. Water and toothbrush is ok for lead items like the bullets you found.

Regards,

Buckles

 

[Iron Patch]

Probably this Hard Times token I would say.

 

[marinedad]

thats the one iron patch, mine is a lot dirtier.

 

[johnnyblaze]

Nice find


I just found my first ones together last week..


Blaze