Killer Early (1690-1720) Complete Buckle, 1853 Half Dime, Brass Shield Pin?

[Ahab8]

This complete buckle that I found is by far my favorite so far. It's an early style. You can date it to 1690-1720 by the chape style (thanks Bill D.). This thing is so solid I think it could be used today. The place I found it is very interesting and may produce more early finds. I also found a KG there. The 1853 Seated Half Dime is my first half dime and the detail is really nice on it. Here's where I need some help guys. I dug this brass or copper shield shaped item with obvious attachment points on the back. It came from beside a colonial cellar hole. There's a design on it but it's hard to make out. I first thought it was an eagle but now I don't believe it is. There's 3 very distinct lines on the bottom then a design above. I believe the shield was a symbol of patriotism but I have no idea what this was and what it attached to. I would really appreciate everybody's input on this one. I also found an 1864 2 center and an IH. There's also a V nickel that's absolutely destroyed and a few mystery items. Thanks for the help guys

 

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[cjon455]

I'm not saying that this Id is correct but I just came across this. It's the exact same as mine
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looks like a perfect match to me!

 

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[Scrappy]

Amazing finds Abe. Really. However , me and George are still awaiting invites to the great white north. What's up with that?! Lol.

Or when are u coming down?

 

[Erving]

I'm not saying that this Id is correct but I just came across this. It's the exact same as mine
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I hope you're right.

 

[Vino]

MAN!!! I sure hope thats it?
It definitely looks like it..
Like i said,way to small to be horse tack..
Looks like Johnny nailed the ID..

 

[Old Dude]

Amazing finds Abe. Really. However , me and George are still awaiting invites to the great white north. What's up with that?! Lol.

Or when are u coming down?

Yeah, didn't Brad buy a boat big enough to ferry half of Tnet out to one of your islands Abe? I'll buy a couple packs of hot dogs and cook lunch[emoji3][emoji3][emoji3]

 

[Ahab8]

I hope you're right.

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I just emailed Don T. I'll let Ya know what he says. Regardless it's a really cool early piece. Yours is much nicer than mine. Trying to figure out if I can clean mine or not

 

[Ahab8]

Amazing finds Abe. Really. However , me and George are still awaiting invites to the great white north. What's up with that?! Lol.

Or when are u coming down?

Open invitation but as you can see it's just a bunch of modern junk here in Maine fellas.... You don't want to waste your time

 

[sutphin]

Its about time Ahab you posted some neat finds , I got a little worried thought maybe you had giving up or got lost , no you have a really nice buckle and other finds,vanzutphen

 

[Vino]

Open invitation but as you can see it's just a bunch of modern junk here in Maine fellas.... You don't want to waste your time

After 1 and a half years of hunting, and now you find a half dime..
And its not even a bust..
I think ill stay in PA..lol.

 

[Ahab8]

After 1 and a half years of hunting, and now you find a half dime..
And its not even a bust..
I think ill stay in PA..lol.

Yeah I would bud. There's really not much history up here. No early sites. It's just tough up here bro

 

[CASPER-2]

OFTEN MISTAKEN FOR A "FLUER DE LES" - THE 3 PLUMES/FEATHERS AND CROWN IS BEST KNOWN FOR THE ROYAL FUSILIERS
I FOUND A CUFF LINK IN MA. WITH SAME DESIGN AS YOUR SHIELD - ASK CRUSADER FOR MORE INFO - HE MAY BE ABLE TO SHED SOME LIGHT ON IT
MY THOUGHTS ARE THAT IT DID COME OFF OF LEATHER - WHETHER A SADDLE OR REIN OR POUCH

 

[Iron Patch]

Another one! But now that I think about it, it makes total sense!

 

[Iron Patch]

I'm not saying that this Id is correct but I just came across this. It's the exact same as mine
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Those are cool finds, but people who connect it to the 23rd are dreaming!

 

[park pirate]

Damn nice finds Abe...

 

[robfinds]

Well I said you had to up your game. Looks like you just did Ahab.. Nice finds.

 

[Ahab8]

Wait, that buckle is 100% intact?!

Yup that early style had the single tongue and spike

 

[Ahab8]

Another one! But now that I think about it, it makes total sense!

Lol yep just another lucky #8 buckle. I can't believe how many of these I find. A silver one would be nice

 

[Ahab8]

OFTEN MISTAKEN FOR A "FLUER DE LES" - THE 3 PLUMES/FEATHERS AND CROWN IS BEST KNOWN FOR THE ROYAL FUSILIERS
I FOUND A CUFF LINK IN MA. WITH SAME DESIGN AS YOUR SHIELD - ASK CRUSADER FOR MORE INFO - HE MAY BE ABLE TO SHED SOME LIGHT ON IT
MY THOUGHTS ARE THAT IT DID COME OFF OF LEATHER - WHETHER A SADDLE OR REIN OR POUCH

Thanks CASPER. I'll post Don T's reply

 

[Ahab8]

Its about time Ahab you posted some neat finds , I got a little worried thought maybe you had giving up or got lost , no you have a really nice buckle and other finds,vanzutphen

Thanks Sut. Damn work always getting in my way of hunting lol

 

[Ahab8]

Damn nice finds Abe...

Thanks PP. Wish I had more time