I got out to detect twice over the long weekend and found some interesting things: A 17th c. thimble, completely flat but still with some interesting details visible. A badge from something, maybe a saddle, maybe a tractor. A musket … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: May 2019
Some of you may remember my posting about a pocket watch I found last year. The local museum had a look at it some months ago but has just released a lengthy assessment of it. This watch remains my favorite … Continue reading
From the childhood that brought you shivering superpowers and banana based family portraits I give you: ‘Tobacco Bats’ Back in ol’ Virginny when I was a lad we went to visit my great granddad on his 98th birthday. Grampa … Continue reading
April’s finds From Upper Left:Victoria Ha-penny, George V Penny (1929), George V Farthing (1922), Elizabeth II Sixpence(1954), George V Ha-penny (1935), Trapezoidal buckle (17thc), Copper Alloy buckle, Various plain buttons (1750s-1800s), old old musket ball (16th c.) … Continue reading