1868 Shield 5 Cent Piece Variety 2 Without Rays, 1864 Indian Head Penny, and 1942 D Merc Dime

[Deleted member 140734]

Today I detected away from my usual colonial hangouts to rustle up some easier to find coinage. Previously I had logged in two 6 hour days at the colonial sites without finding anything of merit. That was a letdown after finding a 1722 Rosa Americana and a 1700's cannon iron grape shot. Today I found my first ever Shield Nickel. Also my second recent 1864 IHP although my last one was the rarer version in VG condition. It makes sense as I have found a group of Civil War Naval Officer buttons nearby. Obviously a no longer existent homestead\farm from that era. Scored the 1942 D merc along a footpath.

I struggle finding Nickels because their 13 signal on the Nox 800 matches the brass bases of pre-1960 paper shotgun shells. I pass some of these signals up so I probably miss some nickels. (I've never detected a Buffalo, but I have looked at 100's of old shotgun shell brass bases). The shield nickels are strange because of the microscopic date. But that does not match the overall weirdness of the 1852 and 1853 silver Trimes I found months ago.

 

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[detectorcowboy]

Nice

 

[iAmMike]

Shame on you. You should dig all signals when you are at a site that produces anything worth while.

 

[Deleted member 140734]

If I only had a nickel for every shotgun shell I've dug up. Since I detect the woods brass shell bases are my biggest pain. I'm more likely to dig up the fuzzy iron signals from rusty nails. Even though I would bet they are rusty nails. I confessed to my mother that I am not digging up all 13 signals. She forgave me.

 

[scruggs]

Good finds you made!

 

[TomW244]

Nice

Today I detected away from my usual colonial hangouts to rustle up some easier to find coinage. Previously I had logged in two 6 hour days at the colonial sites without finding anything of merit. That was a letdown after finding a 1722 Rosa Americana and a 1700's cannon iron grape shot. Today I found my first ever Shield Nickel. Also my second recent 1864 IHP although my last one was the rarer version in VG condition. It makes sense as I have found a group of Civil War Naval Officer buttons nearby. Obviously a no longer existent homestead\farm from that era. Scored the 1942 D merc along a footpath.

I struggle finding Nickels because their 13 signal on the Nox 800 matches the brass bases of pre-1960 paper shotgun shells. I pass some of these signals up so I probably miss some nickels. (I've never detected a Buffalo, but I have looked at 100's of old shotgun shell brass bases). The shield nickels are strange because of the microscopic date. But that does not match the overall weirdness of the 1852 and 1853 silver Trimes I found months ago.

The detail on the shield nickel is terrific, especially for having been buried for all this time. Excellent hunt, congrats!

 

[Deleted member 140734]

Today I detected away from my usual colonial hangouts to rustle up some easier to find coinage. Previously I had logged in two 6 hour days at the colonial sites without finding anything of merit. That was a letdown after finding a 1722 Rosa Americana and a 1700's cannon iron grape shot. Today I found my first ever Shield Nickel. Also my second recent 1864 IHP although my last one was the rarer version in VG condition. It makes sense as I have found a group of Civil War Naval Officer buttons nearby. Obviously a no longer existent homestead\farm from that era. Scored the 1942 D merc along a footpath.

I struggle finding Nickels because their 13 signal on the Nox 800 matches the brass bases of pre-1960 paper shotgun shells. I pass some of these signals up so I probably miss some nickels. (I've never detected a Buffalo, but I have looked at 100's of old shotgun shell brass bases). The shield nickels are strange because of the microscopic date. But that does not match the overall weirdness of the 1852 and 1853 silver Trimes I found months ago.

I also scored two horseshoes today. I find many. Photograph them and leave them.

 

[Lenrac2]

Nice finds! I gotta confess that I like the shotgun shell ends. Helps date it and such a variety! But nickels are better!

 

[Digger RJ]

Today I detected away from my usual colonial hangouts to rustle up some easier to find coinage. Previously I had logged in two 6 hour days at the colonial sites without finding anything of merit. That was a letdown after finding a 1722 Rosa Americana and a 1700's cannon iron grape shot. Today I found my first ever Shield Nickel. Also my second recent 1864 IHP although my last one was the rarer version in VG condition. It makes sense as I have found a group of Civil War Naval Officer buttons nearby. Obviously a no longer existent homestead\farm from that era. Scored the 1942 D merc along a footpath.

I struggle finding Nickels because their 13 signal on the Nox 800 matches the brass bases of pre-1960 paper shotgun shells. I pass some of these signals up so I probably miss some nickels. (I've never detected a Buffalo, but I have looked at 100's of old shotgun shell brass bases). The shield nickels are strange because of the microscopic date. But that does not match the overall weirdness of the 1852 and 1853 silver Trimes I found months ago.

Very Nice!!!! Congrats!!!!

 

[E-Trac-Ohio]

Now that's some great finds - congrats !

 

[Coinstar magnet]

Today I detected away from my usual colonial hangouts to rustle up some easier to find coinage. Previously I had logged in two 6 hour days at the colonial sites without finding anything of merit. That was a letdown after finding a 1722 Rosa Americana and a 1700's cannon iron grape shot. Today I found my first ever Shield Nickel. Also my second recent 1864 IHP although my last one was the rarer version in VG condition. It makes sense as I have found a group of Civil War Naval Officer buttons nearby. Obviously a no longer existent homestead\farm from that era. Scored the 1942 D merc along a footpath.

I struggle finding Nickels because their 13 signal on the Nox 800 matches the brass bases of pre-1960 paper shotgun shells. I pass some of these signals up so I probably miss some nickels. (I've never detected a Buffalo, but I have looked at 100's of old shotgun shell brass bases). The shield nickels are strange because of the microscopic date. But that does not match the overall weirdness of the 1852 and 1853 silver Trimes I found months ago.

I love the way those Shield nickels are numbered...great all around finds... I've got to get out more... congratulations 👍

 

[xr7ator]

Go confess to your mom that 13's could also be gold rings and she'll take it back!
Awesome 16 cents, for sure, and thanks for the share.

 

[Bamasteve]

Great finds!

 

[Deleted member 140734]

Go confess to your mom that 13's could also be gold rings and she'll take it back!
Awesome 16 cents, for sure, and thanks for the share.

Yes, it can get dicey gambling with those potential gold readings. Target audio pitch helps. My daughter was certainly happy I heard the gold signal on the gorgeous 1/2 carat diamond stud I found and gave to her this year. I've managed to pull some gold jewelry up, one piece 1700s. Also found a beautiful 1970 class ring from a private school but it was such a lump it pounded the low 20s. It fits me and I sometimes wear it. When my Manticore arrives I expect the new unit will sniff out gold, spell out gold on the screen, and draw a picture of it.

 

[Sandog]

Today I detected away from my usual colonial hangouts to rustle up some easier to find coinage. Previously I had logged in two 6 hour days at the colonial sites without finding anything of merit. That was a letdown after finding a 1722 Rosa Americana and a 1700's cannon iron grape shot. Today I found my first ever Shield Nickel. Also my second recent 1864 IHP although my last one was the rarer version in VG condition. It makes sense as I have found a group of Civil War Naval Officer buttons nearby. Obviously a no longer existent homestead\farm from that era. Scored the 1942 D merc along a footpath.

I struggle finding Nickels because their 13 signal on the Nox 800 matches the brass bases of pre-1960 paper shotgun shells. I pass some of these signals up so I probably miss some nickels. (I've never detected a Buffalo, but I have looked at 100's of old shotgun shell brass bases). The shield nickels are strange because of the microscopic date. But that does not match the overall weirdness of the 1852 and 1853 silver Trimes I found months ago.

Super finds.

 

[The Rebel]

WTG on the Shield Nickel!

 

[oldmxrat]

Nice group of recoveries, congrats!