"Bringing the hunt home"

smokedaddy · Jul 20, 2008

"Bringing the hunt home"

Hi folks, while at work the other day, I noticed that an excavating crew was digging around the front and side of an old brick building that used to be an old store that is on an 1860 map of the area. I kept watching that backhoe dumping bucket loads of dirt into that truck. In my mind, all I could see was dirt covered coins falling into that truck. Since I did need some fill dirt for around my property, I approached the guy driving the truck and asked him if he was willing to sell me that load. After working out a fair price, He delivered the load to my property.

After spreading this stuff around on my property, I plan on running my detector over it. Should be some coins in there since this dirt was taken from the front porch out to about 3 feet. I will add to this thread when or IF I find some good stuff to post.

BomberJohn · Jul 20, 2008

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Now that is dedication to the hobby! Can't wait to see what you find.

curbdiggercarl57 · Jul 20, 2008

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Smart, very smart. Keep us informed, that soil looks good.
CurbdiggerCarl

capndan151 · Jul 20, 2008

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why didn't I think of that. Stupid! Stupid! :BangHead:

crazyjarhead · Jul 20, 2008

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Hurry, Hurry

I can't wait to see what you find

smokedaddy · Jul 20, 2008

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DIRT PILE FINDS - DAY 1

Decided to play the pile today, I knocked out about about 1/8 of it. My theory proved right. Here is the first days take.

One very worn 1883 Seated Liberty Dime. (It's worn but it's silver :thumbsup:

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One old Pen-Knife.

On the visual side, I found the clay pipe stem.

Many old pottery shards. (I will keep you posted as I go) Later !

MT · Jul 20, 2008

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Keep those goodies comin' :thumbsup:

HH,
MT
Tom

Dman · Jul 20, 2008

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Could have potential. I hope its works out for you.
Dman

Kentucky Kache · Jul 20, 2008

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Good Idea. I bet you'll be buying more dirt. :thumbsup:

twistidd · Jul 20, 2008

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That's one nice looking pile of dirt you have there.

tymcmurray · Jul 20, 2008

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Way to go.

crazyjarhead · Jul 20, 2008

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smokedaddy said:
DIRT PILE FINDS - DAY 1

Decided to play the pile today, I knocked out about about 1/8 of it. My theory proved right. Here is the first days take.

One very worn 1883 Seated Liberty Dime. (It's worn but it's silver )

One old Pen-Knife.

On the visual side, I found the clay pipe stem.

Save the best for last

Many old pottery shards. (I will keep you posted as I go) Later !

kimsdad · Jul 20, 2008

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What a cool idea! Glad it's paying off for you. Great thinkin'!!!

pjroo33 · Jul 21, 2008

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What a great idea! A Seated Liberty is a great start to the pile. Hopefully there's a lot more to come. Keep posting those pics :thumbsup:

smokedaddy · Dec 15, 2008

Re: "Bringing the hunt home" (UPDATE)

I am now through half of the dirt pile and wanted to give you all an update as to what I dug out so far. In addition to the silver dime I dug a few indians and some clay pipe stems. It has turned into a mostly sifting operation as there are alot of small iron stuff and didnt want to miss anything.

watercolor · Dec 15, 2008

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Excellent!! Now that's "pay-dirt" :thumbsup:

John Deere Digger · Dec 15, 2008

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Very nice keep us posted. Happy sifting.
JDD

BuckleBoy · Dec 15, 2008

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So that's two Seateds and four IH's now? Already worth your money. And the enjoyment of being able to detect it at your own pace.

I've followed dump trucks as they leave sites and driven after them to ask them if I can MD when they dump the dirt. There are GREAT finds to be had in old fill dirt!

Best Wishes,

Buckles

smokedaddy · Dec 15, 2008

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Sorry guys, not trying to be deceptive here. After Buckles mentioned the two seateds, I was scratching my head. Actually only one was found. "In addition to the seated". The second seated must have gotten into my dirt pile box by mistake. Thanks for your understanding.