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robgwv

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west virginia
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fisher f2
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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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Possible Pot Metal...Osage
 
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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.
 
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Thanks all,Three replies,Three guesses....Three more ideas than i started with.
 
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