Connecticut Coppa + Two-Cent Piece

Colonial KirkPA

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Tnet,

Let me first start my thread off by saying, it has been a rough past few days. On Friday, I got a call from my girlfriend, Stacia, at about 4 a.m. (she spent the night at her mother's house that night) and it consisted of her telling me that her father had just passed away. This bit of news was totally shocking, since he was young (57). So, over the past days, I have been trying to be at her side. She has been spending a lot of time with "his" side of the family and proceeding through the grieving process. I will deeply miss Brent for all of his good traits and kind heart.

Since she was spending time with her family, about 2.5 hours away, she told me that I could go out detecting today. I told her last night, "Stacia, I don't have to go out." But, she insisted that I get out. :) This hobby is definitely a stress reliever, so I needed to partake in it for awhile. :wink: :)

Today, Colonial Silver Zeus, Colonial Zoyboy, and I decided to head out for two new sites that we had just obtained permission to hunt. We were going to focus on one of the sites all day and give it a try. It was a beautiful day for treasure hunting and I was glad to be sweeping my coil for a little bit today. :)

About 15 minutes into the hunt, I got a solid "P" on "Penny" hit that pinpointed at 2.5". I plucked the soil out and was welcomed with a GREEN disc! :thumbsup: I yelled over to Zeus, "Coppa!" It turned out to be a 1787 Connecticut coppa (Bust facing left)! In the picture, look closely and you will see the bust of the gentleman. :wink: :D We all commenced in the "clubbing" scene! :thumbsup: This site was going to be GREAT! :thumbsup: :coffee2: In this same area, I got a nice "Nickel" reading and out popped this crude-looking Colonial spoon. :thumbsup: After this relic, I proceeded to dig TWO crotal bells in about 30 minutes! :thumbsup: I was on a roll, baby! ;D

I was sweeping along at this new site, when I was startled with another "P" on "Penny" hit. At 3.5", I popped out this heavily corroded Two-Cent piece! This is my 3rd! Even though it ain't Colonial, I will still take it. ;D This day was turning out be a true winner. Oh, I also dug a nice ornate wilver picture frame, or part of one. :D

We ended the day with some detecting talk and headed our separate ways. :'( :D This new site was a thrill to hunt and should produce some more in the future! :thumbsup: My mind was finally cleansed...Colonial KirkPA strikes again! :tongue3: :P :D :thumbsup:

Keep the passion high! :thumbsup:

Kirk :coffee2:

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Nice finds man,

Sorry to hear about your loss.

Take care,

Jeremy
 
Sorry to hear of the lost. Congrats on the finds.
 
Sorry to hear that Kirk. Both my Dad and his brother passed at 57 yrs. young too. 2000 and 2005. Keep the faith. Regards Todd
 
Hello Kirk,

I'm really sorry to hear about Stacia's father. Sad news indeed. Give her my condolences.

I think it was good to get out for a little to help unwind a little. And you made some good finds too...another Coppa to add to your growing collection. Very interesting wilver piece you have there too.

Congrats on all your finds, my friend from PA.

HH,
CAPTN SE
Dan
 
Great finds, and condolences to your girlfriend.
 
Thanks everyone for the replies.

I did have a great day detecting, but I just wasn't fully juiced up due to all the circumstances.

This is my 3rd Connecticut coppa! :thumbsup:

Kirk
 
Captn_SE said:
Hello Kirk,

I'm really sorry to hear about Stacia's father. Sad news indeed. Give her my condolences.

I think it was good to get out for a little to help unwind a little. And you made some good finds too...another Coppa to add to your growing collection. Very interesting wilver piece you have there too.

Congrats on all your finds, my friend from PA.

HH,
CAPTN SE
Dan

Hey, buddy, thanks for the reply.

It has been a trying past few days, but I needed to do some detecting...it is a great mind cleanser.

I hope you and your detector strike more wilver! :thumbsup:

Kirk
 
A good day for you Capn. You are on a coppa roll. It was good to get out and enjoy the day. There is nothing like finding stuff at a colonial site to relieve the stress accumulated during the week. The landowners were very gracious to us today. We must go back dude.
CSZ
 
Kirk,
I am so sorry to hear about Stacia's father. I am the same age.
Congrads on your finds, also.
Tn Joe
 
My condolences to Stacia and her family. Death is never easy, especially an unexpected one.

Kirk....You gotta post a better pic. of the coppa!! I gotta get my fix. I will accept that coin instead of the coronet cent you still owe me. :laughing7: :laughing7:

No luck on a possible date for the 2 center?

Rob
 
Colonial Silver Zeus said:
A good day for you Capn. You are on a coppa roll. It was good to get out and enjoy the day. There is nothing like finding stuff at a colonial site to relieve the stress accumulated during the week. The landowners were very gracious to us today. We must go back dude.
CSZ

CSZ,

Once we got home, I looked at the coin and the bust was staring me in the face. It is definitely a Connecticut coppa!!! :thumbsup:

The landowners were awesome! Probably the best so far!!! :thumbsup: We must keep hitting this site! John Walter would...I wonder if Paul Walter would as well? :tongue3: :D

I have a good feeling about the rest of the property!

Kirk
 
Evolution said:
My condolences to Stacia and her family. Death is never easy, especially an unexpected one.

Kirk....You gotta post a better pic. of the coppa!! I gotta get my fix. I will accept that coin instead of the coronet cent you still owe me. :laughing7: :laughing7:

No luck on a possible date for the 2 center?

Rob

Rob,

I will try to get a better pic of the coppa...Zoy will have to do it. It is in bad condition though.

The other coin is toooo corroded to get a date, but I will take it. :D

My career:

Conn. coppas: 3
Two-centers: 3

Keep the passion high, my friend!

Kirk :coffee2:
 
Nice digs Kirk,Sorry to hear about Syacia's Dad.I think the pic.frame is actually part of a ladys purce. :thumbsup:
 
Sorry for your loss..glad the time out helped clear your mind a bit. WTG on the coins..hope you find lots more goodies this year.

Nat
 
Watching Bear Grylls Survivorman on Discovery and reading "Todays"finds
COOL a KirkPA post is up :thumbsup: Gotta be GOOD !

Colonial Coppa Fishing :icon_study:

My prayers for Stacia and her father passing ...Give her a good loooong hug Kirk and let her know ya love her :)
Glad you and Zoy and Zeus got out today and managed some hobby time and enjoyed a beautiful spring day ...Good for the soul !

GREAT day on the Colonial Pennsylvania grounds !!!! Connecticut Coppa ! First recovery !!

BDD is the A-Team of Colonial recovery :headbang:

Congrats Kirk on a SWEET State Coppa and some nice relic finds :icon_thumleft: :notworthy: :icon_thumright:

ALWAYS Impressed !!!

D. :tongue3:
 
damn Kirk. :'( im really sorry to hear about Stacia`s dad. youre right about a hobby like this one being a good way to clear your head. ill be thinking about you guys for the next few days. hang in there............oh and by the way, great finds as always.
 
Kirk. Sorry for her loss...brother. Sorry for your loss as well...and I know Stacia will be counting on you more than ever. Nice finds by the way.
 
YO KIRKIE POOH,
SWEET JOB ON THE COPPA BRO. 2 CROTAL BELLS TOO, DANG.........YOU HAD A GREAT DAY .........IS THAT YOUR FIRST 2 CENTER ??? PACO
 
Yo, CK, you had a great day today. I love that Connecticut coppa. I remember when I found mine last year, which was 1-inch deep and read a nice "L" on "Half." :D

I am looking forward to going back next week. The landowners were just AWESOME!

Snicket
 

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