Copper ring things that always turn up at old sites...

[staydetuned]

and always sound REALLY good. These always seem to turn up at old sites where, if they were a coin that sounded as good as they did, I would be really happy a bit more often. So, in the name of vengeance, I want to finally find out what the purpose of these tricksters is. Does anybody know?

 

[worldtalker]

Compression ring for a sparkplug.

 

[Burnt Chimney]

Did you dig that 1909 s at the same site ?

 

[hammered]

I can't answer for the States, but here in the UK we also find a lot of those rings. They were used in button making (Dorset Thread Buttons), and yes, they sound great don't they .

"Dorset buttons originated in southern England where their name is derived. Throughout Dorset, thread buttons became a cottage industry beginning in the early 18th century and continuing to the third quarter of the 19th century. Families, prison inmates and orphans were employed in the manufacture of thousands each year which were used throughout the UK and exported all over the world."

See attached link, but also google copper alloy rings used in making buttons

http://www.wmboothdraper.com/Buttons/buttons_main.htm


hammered

 

[staydetuned]

Burnt - No, a local park. But it was nearby for the quick size comparison

Worldtalker and Hammered, thank you for the replies. I'm a bit more inclined toward the button explanation, as it would make sense for some sites pre-automobile and out in the boonies. But if anyone else has an opinion, I would love to hear that.

Thanks Hammered for the effort and detail, I really appreciate it.

 

[hammered]

Burnt - No, a local park. But it was nearby for the quick size comparison

Worldtalker and Hammered, thank you for the replies. I'm a bit more inclined toward the button explanation, as it would make sense for some sites pre-automobile and out in the boonies. But if anyone else has an opinion, I would love to hear that.

Thanks Hammered for the effort and detail, I really appreciate it.

No problems mate, that's what we are here for

hammered

 

[Breezie]

Yes, Hammered is 'spot on' with Dorset button rings. I have some that are made of bone, and made a post a year or so ago about them, and at that time didn't realize they were for making Dorset buttons. Breezie

 

[borninok]

Many of us just came off of the Chisholm Trail Hunt 4 in Caldwell, KS. In a creek bed, we found hoards and hoards of them.....and they were the compression ring from spark plugs. We found the spark plugs beside them, and some with the rings still on the plugs.

--Mel

borninok

 

[hammered]

Many of us just came off of the Chisholm Trail Hunt 4 in Caldwell, KS. In a creek bed, we found hoards and hoards of them.....and they were the compression ring from spark plugs. We found the spark plugs beside them, and some with the rings still on the plugs.

--Mel

borninok

As I said Mel, nice meeting you by the way , I can't answer for the US. But in the UK they are normally Dorset button rings. Having said that, I am fully open to suggestions .
I hope you had a great hunt


hammered

 

[taz42o]

Look like spark plug rings. The seam is on the inside and they are crushed flat .

 

[diggummup]

Look like spark plug rings. The seam is on the inside and they are crushed flat .

I see the seam but I don't see where they are crushed flat. They look thicker than the Lincoln.

 

[kuger]

They are from Ring suspenders.1850's-

 

[kuger]

if you scroll down in this post and look at the pic I posted in the upper and lower left side......those were dug just like that.Also see a couple "singles",near the middle
http://forum.treasurenet.com/index.php/topic,424602.msg3028578.html#msg3028578

 

[thrillathahunt]

I have found those things too. I always pretended they were ancient Celtic ring money.

 

[kuger]

Lets not get confused here. The thin copper ones pictured with the slit join are compressor rings. The solid bronze/brass ones (bottom left of picture) are still up for debate as any number of uses including buttons, horse harness rings, belt fitments & any other use you might won't them for.

no debate,I stated exactly what the"other",ones are

 

[kuger]

Lets not get confused here. The thin copper ones pictured with the slit join are compressor rings. The solid bronze/brass ones (bottom left of picture) are still up for debate as any number of uses including buttons, horse harness rings, belt fitments & any other use you might won't them for.

no debate,I stated exactly what the"other",ones are

these type of rings have been in use for 2000 years, where did you state that (not the flat pictured ones)

Well,pretty sure the "rings",Jayson(O.P.)posted are not 2000 years old,and you failed to add your tid bit of info in(excluding my provided info)I felt compelled to speak up...figured you have me on ignore anyway

 

[kuger]

Lets not get confused here. The thin copper ones pictured with the slit join are compressor rings. The solid bronze/brass ones (bottom left of picture) are still up for debate as any number of uses including buttons, horse harness rings, belt fitments & any other use you might won't them for.

no debate,I stated exactly what the"other",ones are

these type of rings have been in use for 2000 years, where did you state that (not the flat pictured ones)

if you scroll down in this post and look at the pic I posted in the upper and lower left side......those were dug just like that.Also see a couple "singles",near the middle thumbsup
http://forum.treasurenet.com/index....c,424602.msg3028578.html#msg3028578

 

[kuger]

Lets not get confused here. The thin copper ones pictured with the slit join are compressor rings. The solid bronze/brass ones (bottom left of picture) are still up for debate as any number of uses including buttons, horse harness rings, belt fitments & any other use you might won't them for.

no debate,I stated exactly what the"other",ones are

these type of rings have been in use for 2000 years, where did you state that (not the flat pictured ones)

if you scroll down in this post and look at the pic I posted in the upper and lower left side......those were dug just like that.Also see a couple "singles",near the middle thumbsup
http://forum.treasurenet.com/index....c,424602.msg3028578.html#msg3028578

It would help if you links work. Ignore; what the hell I was directing my comments generally, & mostly at my English friend, why you piped up, I have no clue
But carry on I thought you were on my side.........but you must thing something exists that doesn't

 

[shaun7]

Lets not get confused here. The thin copper ones pictured with the slit join are compressor rings. The solid bronze/brass ones (bottom left of picture) are still up for debate as any number of uses including buttons, horse harness rings, belt fitments & any other use you might won't them for.

no debate,I stated exactly what the"other",ones are

these type of rings have been in use for 2000 years, where did you state that (not the flat pictured ones)

if you scroll down in this post and look at the pic I posted in the upper and lower left side......those were dug just like that.Also see a couple "singles",near the middle thumbsup
http://forum.treasurenet.com/index....c,424602.msg3028578.html#msg3028578

It would help if you links work. Ignore; what the hell I was directing my comments generally, & mostly at my English friend, why you piped up, I have no clue
But carry on I thought you were on my side.........but you must thing something exists that doesn't

I guess you were just born a Pr*&(^

That's a bit strong! Had a bad day

 

[Silver Searcher]

Right you two do I have to spank you both

There has been a few threads started about these rings, the difference is what they are made from, Brass or Bronze.
The ones posted look like Brass, or Copper so are probably compression rings, or as Kuger suggests. The Ancient ones(which have may uses) are made from Bronze.
And if you are totally mad, Celtic Ring Money