HELP

[seeker443]

Can anyone tell me why a rock would set off my detector. It looks like a piece of granite that I dug up this morning. I dug for about 10 inches down before I realized it was the rock that was giving the signal. What could it be. Any Insights would be appreciated. thanks


Chris

 

[Old Dog]

Iron or other metallic salts and or concentrates in the granite will sometimes cause the detector to sound off.
These are what detectorists call "Hot Rocks"
I am sure you have heard or read about them....

Congratulations,
now you own one!

OD

 

[djabend]

What kind of signal was it giving?
HH,
Donny

 

[MalteseFalcon]

Could be a fragment of a meteorite...

 

[Old Dog]

A photo wouldn't be a bad idea if you can post one.

OD

 

[seeker443]

Sorry I dont have a working camera at the moment. It is a spherical rock, looks like granite, light brown in color, has some sparkling elements in it. It sets off my detector but a magnet wont stick to it. Im thinking of taking it to the local colleges earth science department and see if they can tell me anything about it. I will keep you all informed and as soon as possible will get a picture posted.

Chris

 

[Old Dog]

Avery good idea Chris,

am interested in finding out what it might be as well.
good luck

OD