Lets Discuss Banner Finds

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Let's Discuss Banner Finds

First, this isn't to rain on anyone's party, "congratulations Dave" but his recent post has brought up an interesting subject, "What constitutes a banner find?" Quite frankly, I wouldn't even know how to go about setting those guidelines? What a banner find might be one person may not be all that special or rare to another? And "value"....don't think you can just run with this either. So given the wide range of potential banner possibilities, how would you, or could you, establish a means that's fair across the board?

Per example, beach and shallow water hunters are often exposed to "valuable discoveries" as we see them posted quite often, but where do we draw that line on value, how do we draw that line on value? A $3000.00 diamond ring is a great find, for sure, but is it really rare and banner worthy? I don't know? I'm just asking how something like banner finds could be fairly supported across the board. Take old bottles, for instance, which ones would be a banner find and which ones wouldn't be for those guys who love to hunt for old bottles?

I can see where voting might have a lot to do with establishing a banner find but some areas within our hobby are far more popular then others, so should the less popular potential finds be left to this same, "volume of voting?" What are your thoughts on this subject?

 

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[gamiller]

Doesn't really matter, one sure formula for failure is trying to please everyone. Life isn't fair so I believe we all need to be big boys and girls and that there probably no pleasing everyone. I am not trying to be harsh just realistic. Some of the best ways to enjoy this and other hobbies is not spend too much time in the forums.

 

[bigscoop]

Doesn't really matter, one sure formula for failure is trying to please everyone. Life isn't fair so I believe we all need to be big boys and girls and that there probably no pleasing everyone. I am not trying to be harsh just realistic. Some of the best ways to enjoy this and other hobbies is not spend too much time in the forums.

I don't really care either way. It just seems that this becomes an issue from time to time. Personally, I don't recall ever nominating anything for banner because, honestly, I have no idea what is or isn't a banner find? I see a lot of great finds posted every year so if left up to me they would all be banner finds or none of them would be banner finds.

 

[Fletch88]

I know it is not based on rarity. A CS buckle or tongue will get 900 responses in an hour. On the other hand, an artillery fuse, which I understand is more rare, will get half a dozen responses in a month. Dunno

 

[WaterWalker]

IMHO: I have voted in many Find of the Month / Year showings. I put value, rarity, size etc. aside and choose the item that I would most cherish if I had found the item.

A few pieces of jewelry I have found and returned were valued at many thousands of dollars, yet the most cherished piece is a pendant that has a value of less than $100 dollars. The pendant just happens to be of less value, smaller and not as unique as many other items I have found. I just really enjoy seeing it on my wife's neck.

I believe the vote for a Banner recognition should just come down to a personal choice. Enjoy the hobby and the chance to see what others have found and think of the item.

 

[jeff of pa]

I know it is not based on rarity. A CS buckle or tongue will get 900 responses in an hour. On the other hand, an artillery fuse, which I understand is more rare, will get half a dozen responses in a month. Dunno

Yes I must admit I get a little disappointed
that I can tell just by certain finds they are going to get a ton of votes
overnight. some can even be Trashed & Just barely recognizable, Or a complete Blur.
and get votes I'd swear some just vote on the obvious, So they can
say they voted on one that got up there
Some vote Banner after it is up there

but yet I'll see something posted that makes me say WOW !
I never saw one of them here before !
& know it won't get one official vote from a member.

 

[Trent67]

This is a banner find to me!!!!

 

[Sandman]

I don't remember posting a banner find myself. I hardly post any photo's anymore either as when I first found this forum I posted photo's of some rings I found and got slammed by land hunters that thought they were fake because they never found a ring.....period. I don't feel the need to get a pat on the head so I don't usually post.

But here is one that I would post but it will be deleted. Sorry Jeff, I had to do it.

 

[hamiddetecting]

If you have the friends, who love, you will get banner, I saw lot of posts. I found many modest finds, nobody vote for me, it's just simple, I'm not lovable into heart lot of of you. I hold a great manners in my heart, I'm not jealous, this fact, I currently want to know this.
Be kind, be patient, be happy!!
Good luck to everyone out there!!

 

[Fletch88]

I vote for Sandmans lifetime banner find!

Trent, your find is banner to me also!

Hamid, I enjoy all your find(s) post. I can't ever remember seeing one that's NOT banner compared to what we find here in the states!

 

[gamiller]

I don't remember posting a banner find myself. I hardly post any photo's anymore either as when I first found this forum I posted photo's of some rings I found and got slammed by land hunters that thought they were fake because they never found a ring.....period. I don't feel the need to get a pat on the head so I don't usually post.

But here is one that I would post but it will be deleted. Sorry Jeff, I had to do it.View attachment 992108

Looks like banner material to me, just saying

 

[ggossage]

The banner may be eye-candy to visitors, or it can be a badge of honor for members. I've never made it to the banner even though several years ago I found a coin purse with two Morgans, a couple of mercs, a V nick and some wheats. I told the story and gave some background, but I think it was my photo(s) quality that kept me off the banner despite the 20+ votes people posted they were voting for me in the thread. Oh well, can't win 'em all.

 

[bigscoop]

Looks like banner material to me, just saying

That might even be banner cover material!

 

[gamiller]

That might even be banner cover material!

In all fairness I think we need more finds before we rush to judgment.

 

[jeff of pa]

I don't remember posting a banner find myself. I hardly post any photo's anymore either as when I first found this forum I posted photo's of some rings I found and got slammed by land hunters that thought they were fake because they never found a ring.....period. I don't feel the need to get a pat on the head so I don't usually post.

But here is one that I would post but it will be deleted. Sorry Jeff, I had to do it.View attachment 992108

I personally have no Problem with it

Of course if others decide they have to Compete
my opinion may change.
as Bodies are not necessarily (I can't believe I'm saying this ) treasure Related

 

[Dirt Fishin Dale]

This site is big, there are so many threads on here I can't really see how someone could pick a banner. Y'all vote on that? I still like this forum. And damn, Jeff is still here. Hi Jeff

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

Depends on what you call treasure....LOL....






American by birth, Patriot by choice.

I would rather die standing on my two feet defending our Constitution than live a lifetime on my knees......

 

[dustytrails123]

Ok but seriously i know everyone wold vote for me because everyone has come to love me like family here

 

[hamiddetecting]

Fletch88​

I found old gold coin and old silver coins and big silver coin............................ It's just my opinion, really I don't a banner on my status. The banner should be on the same spost Not everywhere
Thanks!!

 

[lookindown]

I don't remember posting a banner find myself. I hardly post any photo's anymore either as when I first found this forum I posted photo's of some rings I found and got slammed by land hunters that thought they were fake because they never found a ring.....period. I don't feel the need to get a pat on the head so I don't usually post.

But here is one that I would post but it will be deleted. Sorry Jeff, I had to do it.View attachment 992108

WOWthanks Sandman.