My first coin.....

[Nanna]

I went out searching on Sunday, found alot of pull tabs and some nails and a couple of old tent spikes, at least that's what I think they were. Then I found a coin. But it is so green I can't tell what it is. It is about the size of a penny. I tried the vinegar and salt thing, tried the potato thing. Nothing it's still green. I tried to post a picture but could not do that either. Just striking out here lol. Maybe I should let it soak in Dawn dish soap or ketchup. But I did have fun on my first time out..

Nanna

 

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[Nanna]

The verdict is in. My first coin is a 1909 Indian Head penny. I could see the head and date through a magnifying glass. It still has alot of green on it even though I let it soak all morning in olive oil. As for the area where I found it. It was by the base of a pear tree, on the farm that my cousin lives on, as for the history of the farm, it was a land grant (depreciation land) from the Revolutionary War, and has been maintained in the family. I will diffentaly be going back there. Thanks for all the help, it was greatly appreciated.

 

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[Little buddy]

Great first coin!

 

[Icewing]

I swear I see the tips of feathers from an Indian Head Penny

 

[xr7ator]

If it's an 08 or 09 be sure to look for the "s" mint mark! (not that that particular coin is going to be worth anything.....)

I found a 1908 s IHP in 2017.

 

[Inspector]

Congrats on your first. Don't try to get it to clean because you will stand a good chance of making it worse. If I can read the dates that's good enough for me. I love the patina of them. Welcome from upstate NY,

 

[Argentium]

I think you have an Indian Head cent - I believe I'm seeing the tips of the feathers .. Nice find .

 

[Nanna]

Ya, I think I am just going to let it be for now. Thanks again, still really excited about it though lol

 

[dfallis1]

I can barely make out the IHP bust. Im 90% sure you just found your first Indian Head Penny. Congrats and welcome to the club!

 

[tnt-hunter]

Welcome to TreasureNet. The IHP is a great first find. I look forward to many more posts in the future. Your farm permission looks like it has a lot of potential. I see silver in your future.

Keep swingin.

 

[Truth]

Welcome from Southern Louisiana and congratulations of your first coin and mystery item. That’s another great high about this hobby.

 

[Relicific]

Great start

 

[digger460]

The verdict is in. My first coin is a 1909 Indian Head penny. I could see the head and date through a magnifying glass. It still has alot of green on it even though I let it soak all morning in olive oil. As for the area where I found it. It was by the base of a pear tree, on the farm that my cousin lives on, as for the history of the farm, it was a land grant (depreciation land) from the Revolutionary War, and has been maintained in the family. I will diffentaly be going back there. Thanks for all the help, it was greatly appreciated.

Congrats on the IHC. I think it's only the beginning on that property. Good luck and be sure to post your future finds!

 

[Trezurehunter]

I agree with Smokeythecat. Congrats on your first coin.

 

[Rookster]

Welcome. Congrats on the finds.

 

[marjam]

Congratulations! Its all down hill from here lol, meaning you're hooked.....

 

[Peyton Manning]

If you find anything gold, send it to me and I will check it out