Bullet ID and age?

Wild Colonial Boy

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Sep 7, 2013
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Hello

Just came across an area
that is covered in these bullets, a lot damaged so probably fired

it rings up on equinox at 20-25

so I dug a lot hoping for coins

not sure how old they are
they appear to be copper/brass, with steel plating and lead inside

Thanks any help on age much appreciated

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Tedyoh

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Very modern and probably cheap Wolf Ammunition.
 

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Rookster

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I'll say modern. Maybe a 45-70.
 

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Charlie P. (NY)

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Based on the thumb (if yours is near mine in size) I would guess .30 Carbine FMJ
 

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