Found another military button today. It says 104th Bengal Fusiliers. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/104th_Regiment_of_Foot_(Bengal_Fusiliers) 104th Formed in 1862 and lasted till amalgamation in 1881. Could be from any time in between, but likely to be early as the battalion was Ireland based from … Continue reading
Yearly Archives: 2018
One of three pieces that made up a medieval sword hanger. Circa 1500-1600. I remember reading about sword hangers in John Carter of Mars. I had no idea what they were until now. There is a record of similar on … Continue reading
Royal Armoured Corp, 1939-current. Fits in with the other military items I found on the beach. Here’s what it looks like all shiny and fresh: … Continue reading
Included with a small packet of seeds. I don’t know what kind. “Seeds need light to germinate.” Importantly, the seeds of a light germinator may not Earth be covered! Bright, sunny location! A Growing Cup is filled with loose … Continue reading
I was way too proud of this tiny buckle when I dug it up. Especially after someone pointed out it probably came from a bra strap. I wonder if the farmers know what’s going on in their fields. They probably … Continue reading
This is a manly dart! This dart means to do bodily harm. I remember darts like this as a child. I’m sure I have scars related to these things! Not as big as a Jart but just as dangerous in … Continue reading
Found a pigeon ring. No pigeon though… Code GB 96 n50448 (96 is the year the bird hatched.) which I reported on the Royal Pigeon Racing Association’s website: And WOW. Already got a reply. Owner in Poole. That’s about … Continue reading
So it’s December and I’ve had a few of my ciders bottled in July and it’s pretty much like I thought it would be. There’s a mild bit of sparkle and it’s definitely dry or medium dry. I passed a … Continue reading
I like to say that the farthing is the 5p coin of its day. Which is about what this one’s worth. Still, always a thrill to find coins that I’ve only ever read about. Here’s a page with more details … Continue reading