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[Crocket]

I dig my first large cent this week! I believe it's 1803 I can make out 03 but the coin is pretty crusted. Anyone tell me the best way to clean this coin up? I also found a old button that reads on the Back (James S. Smith Co. New York) Front has a Eagle on top of a Crest bottom of the button reads EXCELSIOR. with Stars around the outside edge. The button I cleaned with soapy water and Q tips and Came out pretty good. I will post Pictures soon.

 

[Beale]

Congrats on the finds! I will be looking foward to the oictures, Beale.

 

[TomB]

The button, based on your description, is a New York State seal button. A picture would be helpful. Tom

 

[I a thr]

I still dream of finding one someday.
Bill

 

[utmike]

Congrats on the LC!!! looking forward to the pictures.

Mike