Ctx beach finds

[JamesBondaka]

These were found on a popular Florida beach. I have some coins to post as well. I did find some wheat pennies. I was surprised about that. I thought they would have been found along time ago but I guess anything is possible. Some of the items I know what they are and some I dont. Why would anyone have a uncut key on the beach??? Besides the 10k gold cross and some small silver rings, silver earring(crusted) silver heart and silver bead, the only other piece of nice jewelry was a 14kt wedding band that I returned to the owner on the beach(other forum).

The second pic is of what I thought was possibly a spanish reale but after some "cleaning" it is taking some shape. I see some kind of "letters" on the face but I think it is more likely a cross. Any ideas?

Third pic is some interesting buttons. One has US on it and United States on the back. The other has the word "honor" on the face.

 

[jabbo]

Nice finds. I like the U.S. button, looks very old and in good condition too. Hope someone here can identify the button.

 

[JamesBondaka]

Nice finds. I like the U.S. button, looks very old and in good condition too. Hope someone here can identify the button.

Thanks! I am pretty sure someone can. Heres some more shots.

 

[wkushinski]

That key you found might be one of those you sharpen hooks with?

 

[407floyd]

Found info on your US button. It's a federal general service or militia button from the 1820s to the 1840s. Great find and in fantastic condition.

 

[407floyd]

Also found the U.S. Button Co. made buttons in 1837. That may be the reason for the UNITED STATES backmark. Don't know where they were located.

 

[JamesBondaka]

Floyd.....your always so good at finding stuff! Geez, if what your saying its true...which Im sure it is.....then these are my OLDEST finds to date. I did get lucky on the beach!

Thanks so much...I owe you another one!

 

[TeenDetector97]

Nice finds! Sure wish I had a beach near by to hunt! Well when it gets warmer of course! Been under 30 for the past 2 months!

 

[Grilled Scallops]

that is an awesome cross. I bet you were excited to see that yellow come out of the sand

 

[ken ward]

At least you are getting out having a good time. Keep the stories coming... Gives us something to read... KEN

 

[JamesBondaka]

that is an awesome cross. I bet you were excited to see that yellow come out of the sand

Yes it was....kind of shocking . I was not quite awake as it was first thing in the morning hunt. People on the beach where really looking at it and knew I had something good!

On another note(above pic 2) the heavily crusted "reale or cross" turned out to a zipper piece....from Italy but think it worthless. It was fun hoping. I will post a pic later.