Six pack of silver amongst the beach clad

[lenmac65]

Hit the beach to coin shoot, and scored my first Walking half (1942) and first Barber quarter (1907). Nice 1904 dime, and a well worn SLQ too. The Miraculous Medal and ring both stamped Sterling. Dug door plate 2 feet down. Any guesses on age? Thanks! HH!

 

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[CASPER-2]

 

[kleinerschmitter]

Looks like you’ve got a great place to hunt!!! Excellent finds!

 

[bravobob]

All that silver off a beach !?! Wow !

 

[A2coins]

That door plate is really cool hope some has some info on it and Congrats on all the silver thats a great day in my book.....Tommy

 

[MKW]

Very nice! Does the silver that comes out looking like that clean up well??

 

[lenmac65]

That door plate is really cool hope some has some info on it and Congrats on all the silver thats a great day in my book.....Tommy

Thanks, Tommy. I am going to mount the door plate to the inside of my shed door. I think this is Victorian, but hope someone can share some insights.

 

[lenmac65]

Very nice! Does the silver that comes out looking like that clean up well??

Thanks! I have not had much luck cleaning beach silver, as I don't have an electrolysis set up. I have not cleaned these coins or the other items at all, other than gently brushing with a tooth brush. Fortunately, these look good already, though a little darker in real life.

 

[lenmac65]

All that silver off a beach !?! Wow !

Yes...and on just one low tide this morning. Not shown is the clad, sinkers (which I will put to good use), pull tabs, melted cans, etc. I have found Mercury and Roosevelt dimes here before, but this was my best day yet . I would have kept going were it not for the rising waters. Thanks!

 

[Professor of Engineering]

Outstanding hunt, congrats!

 

[CASPER-2]

Yes...and on just one low tide this morning. Not shown is the clad, sinkers (which I will put to good use), pull tabs, melted cans, etc. I have found Mercury and Roosevelt dimes here before, but this was my best day yet . I would have kept going were it not for the rising waters. Thanks!

Do you hunt water at all?

 

[toasted]

Looks much better than the silver I pulled from the water today

 

[lenmac65]

Reply to Casper2 .... Not really, though I wish I did. I don't get to the ocean much due to distance, and I struggle with recovering targets in rivers and lakes, e.g., reflections, cloudy water, current, etc. I know I need to make a greater effort though, as the water opens up more search areas and might not be hit as bad by more casual detectorists. I know you have done very well in the water, by quality and quantity, as I recall.

 

[CASPER-2]

Well if you ever want to - i got extra long handled scoops - masks and what not - drop me a line if interested down the road
have you ever seen my articles - some may help - some may inspire - I have 1 1/2 to 2 hrs from saltwater myself - if i was closer ...cant imagine how much
more i would do...continued good luck
https://www.flickr.com/photos/casper-2/

Reply to Casper2 .... Not really, though I wish I did. I don't get to the ocean much due to distance, and I struggle with recovering targets in rivers and lakes, e.g., reflections, cloudy water, current, etc. I know I need to make a greater effort though, as the water opens up more search areas and might not be hit as bad by more casual detectorists. I know you have done very well in the water, by quality and quantity, as I recall.

 

[lenmac65]

Well if you ever want to - ...... - drop me a line if interested down the road
have you ever seen my articles - some may help - some may inspire -......
https://www.flickr.com/photos/casper-2/

Thank you for the info and kind offer. I know I need to be more patient and not get discouraged, as experience is key. By the way, to say you have done "very well" in the water is a gross understatement on my part!

 

[CASPER-2]

Thank you for the info and kind offer. I know I need to be more patient and not get discouraged, as experience is key. By the way, to say you have done "very well" in the water is a gross understatement on my part!

Thank you - thing is you do have to have patience when you drive that far -Ma., Ct., and R.I. saltwater spots are a little bit of a trek each time
-I like to do over nighters usually - I have never hit a virgin spot - most of the spots I hit are ones others said were "cleaned"
out and have to slow down and work for what I get
Continued Good Luck to you

 

[Trezurehunter]

Congrats on your "firsts". That is a nice batch of silver.

 

[xr7ator]

Sweet pile O silvers!

 

[Joe-Dirt]

Very impressive !!!! I’ve only ever found one silver coin beach hunting, a 1918 walker last year, 10” down and smoked. Great job

 

[lenmac65]

Very impressive !!!! I’ve only ever found one silver coin beach hunting, a 1918 walker last year, 10” down and smoked. Great job

Thanks, Joe-Dirt. I must have hit a lucky spot, but it is going to take a lot more than these four coins to catch up to your running total!