(2) 159 Year Old Pennies

[Louisiana Ken]

Had some more fun at that 1820's Arcadian (I've only had a couple of reasons to hunt elsewhere over the last 10 years). The 1st photo shows the 1st 1852 penny I dug up (in very bad shape). Thought I was digging up a silver quarter (solid 12-47). The second photo shows the second 1852 penny (in better shape - needs more cleaning). I also thought for sure I was digging up a silver quarter (again a solid 12-47). The next two photos show some of the finds I brought home which include a broken toy tank and gun, some buttons, camp lead, bullets including an old 32-20 Win cartridge and musket ball, a few wheaties and clad. The next photo shows an old lock (half of one). I researched it and it turned out to be a brass Mallory Wheeler & Co. Horse Head Lock. The last photo shows what might be a lead spindle whorl. Not sure on that one but it's neat. Anyways, I'll get back with you all when I find something else interesting.

Good luck at your sites,

Kenny

 

[moonshine]

pretty amazing stuff....i know what you mean about the way those old cents sure take a beating in the ground.....its a shame but what can you do. i wish there was a way to see them on the day they were dropped.

 

[bunker314]

Very cool finds. Look forward to seeing the pennies cleaned up some more. Don't blame you for not hunting anywhere else!!!
Awaiting more finds from you.
Thanks for posting,
Bunker

 

[hershey1]

I have had good success using electrolysis. I use a 2amp battery charger and add baking soda to the water. There are several articles on this type of cleaning process. Just do a search. I think E-Trac Ohio uses a big set-up for his finds. Those are nice finds but the coppers will clean up very nice. Just a suggestion. Thanks for posting. HH

 

[niterider_58]

Nice finds on them old coins

 

[Goes4ever]

great finds, really like the old brass lock