lenmac65
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- Location
- Massachusetts
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- Garrett AT Pro, Equinox 800 (as of 10/2019)
- Primary Interest:
- Metal Detecting
This weekend I started searching an inactive farm field that borders an old homestead. Since the field is about 20 acres, I focused on an area that used to have an entry road per a 1960 aerial, hoping to improve my odds. On Friday, I first found several fairly modern horseshoes that rang up as coins. They must have given me luck, as I next found this beautiful half dime, my first. I was hoping for capped bust, but was thrilled with my first seated coin in almost a year. I next found a nice flat button, which is sort of blackish-grey with no corrosion or lettering; maybe a Tombac? Things quieted down, then I hit the buckle. I am not familiar with this style, so would appreciate any comments on possible age and purpose. Time was running short when I got a nice coin signal, which I later determined was a pitted Mass Copper. On the reverse, if you look carefully you can see part of the eagle, shield, arrows, leaves, and some of its wings. I can only see the Indian's bow on the front, so I did not attach a photo. This coin is high on my bucket list, so I wish it was in better shape. On the way back to the car, I dug a couple more buttons, including the metal holed button with the word Hildreth on the back; not sure how old. On Saturday, I had a lot less hits. However, I dug one large copper. When attempting to clean at home, I almost gave up on identifying it when I saw some rings in a circle. I am thinking a Fugio Cent, but perhaps I am imagining it. The other side has no detail whatsoever. Today, I got another large copper, but I think it is slick, a horseshoe, and a plated fork (not pictured).
What a great winter for digging, and now spring is finally here. I just wish this virus situation would go away. Good luck out there, and stay safe.
What a great winter for digging, and now spring is finally here. I just wish this virus situation would go away. Good luck out there, and stay safe.
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And yes your large flat button is a tombac.
