No clue

[robgwv]

Found this. Harder then lead,Higher melting point than wheel wieght,Doesn't spark on a grinder Heavy? The area had colonial and indian presants,And fighting.

 

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[osage express]

Possible Pot Metal...Osage

 

[mick56]

Looks like something that was melted and then was spilled onto the ground. If it's harder than lead, could be babbit, a mix of lead and tin. Was used to make bearings long ago.

 

[woodstock]

Looks like Pewter ... why was it there is anybody's guess ... Woodstock

 

[robgwv]

Thanks all,Three replies,Three guesses....Three more ideas than i started with.