Finds for April 4th

[sirlostalot]

Tried to find an old house site out in the woods today. I know its there but I couldnt find it. Then went to one field for an hour and only found iron. Went to the field where a friend and I got about 9 large cents. Picked up 2 crotal bells, 1904 Indian and a 1840 Large cent.

 

[Deerhunter24]

Wow. Cool finds. Friend and I detected his father place a few days ago. I found the exact same bell as the ones you have pictured. I notcied you called them "Crotal Bells." I'm assuming since you have a name for them then you probably know their use and possibly a date/era when they were used. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks,

DH24

 

[sirlostalot]

Wow. Cool finds. Friend and I detected his father place a few days ago. I found the exact same bell as the ones you have pictured. I notcied you called them "Crotal Bells." I'm assuming since you have a name for them then you probably know their use and possibly a date/era when they were used. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks,

DH24

The Crotal Bells were attached to the rigging for horses. Think of Jingle Bells. The age and size varies. I think most are from the 1800's.

 

[Deerhunter24]

Thanks for the ultra-fast reply. That's the first one I've found. Cleaned up real nice.

DH24

 

[DanMI]

Wow, another largie! you're gonna make your goal at this rate for sure!! WTG. hh dan

 

[Giant056]

Nice old large and Indian