Question on a pair of tags.....

[Digger]

I detected a grove yesterday afternoon that was used for picnics circa 1860 - 1900. Along with a nice old ring, I found a couple oblong shaped tags that each have a single letter on them. One is the letter E and the other is the letter N. And each tag has a hole drilled in each end. Any information as to what they might represent is appreciated. I've attached a pic of the tags and ring, with a dime to compare the size. I've also attached a pic of the ring after it was rinsed off. I can't see any lettering inside the band. But the stone is a light blue, and it rang up as 01 / 46 on the ETRAC, making me think I'd found a silver dollar! HH Randy

 

[Diggler]

Maybe they were used for marking picnic tables or chairs, seating arrangements for large gatherings. Nice ring!

 

[silverman]

Nice job. Can't be any help on identifying, but very interesting.

 

[UtahRich]

Don't know about the tags, Great looking ring. Best of luck there with future hunts.


Rich

 

[LabradorBob]

Just about bet the ring is silver to be in that shape,very cool and probably very old!
Maybe the tags have to do with whatever the picnic place was called

Nice finds!

LabradorBob

 

[UtahRich]

E. D. E. N.


Check for signs about walking on the grass, you might not want to upset the Owner.

 

[Goes4ever]

great looking ring Randy!

 

[NebTrac]

Very nice finds! Thats a great place to hunt too!

NebTrac

 

[Cliff KS]

Just a guess. They look like the tags used on the arms of chairs in a theater or auditorium to denote the row.

 

[MAcle1997]

"They look like the tags used on the arms of chairs in a theater or auditorium to denote the row."
That's exactly what I thought of when I saw the letter tags. Nice finds!

Mark