A bucket list state copper plus a bonus early KG 2

[Scrappy]

Haven't been on in a while, nor really hunted. The ground has been dry and hard as brick and I've been busy. I got out today for a quick hunt at an old site and had some good luck. First up was a King George the 2nd. Looks like a 1738. It came in at a 12-35 on the CTX which was really low compared to my other three dozen+ KG's. Even the counterfeits. My guess is it's a toasty counterfeit but that just goes to show- dig everything.

Next was a Jersey copper. Looks like a 1786. Rang in at a 12-41 on the CTX and is my first state copper! Finally!!! I have dug 1771-1777 KG3's and then a gap all the way to an 1790 1 Duit and a 1794 One cent. Never a state copper so it feels really damn good. I packed it in after the NJ copper and now it's time for a cold pint.

Happy hunting everyone Steve

 

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[pepperj]

Congrats on the coppers Scrappy if it puts a smile on the day it's always a winner.

 

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[Erik in NJ]

I can send you a couple for that CT. you found? Sound good? Lol.

Throw in a new Deus and you got a deal

 

[Vino]

Throw in a new Deus and you got a deal

I would but not sure you are ready for all that power? Lol

 

[Scrappy]

Congrats on the coppers Scrappy if it puts a smile on the day it's always a winner.

Thx Pepp. Yeah, I smiled and then growled loudly "jersey copper baby!" Then I started fist pumping and dancing Jersey Shore style.

The second part I made up, I did growl loudly however.

 

[deershed]

That's Awesome!! Old copper and a state copper, Sweet day!!

I need to find some old coppers, it's been too long since I've found any. So is 12-41 the magic number for old coppers with the CTX?

 

[CASPER-2]

 

[Scrappy]

That's Awesome!! Old copper and a state copper, Sweet day!!

I need to find some old coppers, it's been too long since I've found any. So is 12-41 the magic number for old coppers with the CTX?

I've had a lot of British coppers all show up at 12-41, plus of minus a couple digits. The 12-35 for this half farthing was the lowest by about 4. US coppers usually show up around 12-45/46/47 for the large cents, but one of my half cents appeared at 12-40/41 if I remember correctly. I use those Fe/co numbers for blank/dirty coppers I can't identify to get an idea of what they are, so they're pretty accurate.

The most important part is the swing with the CTX. If I were to time it, probably two seconds a swing in trashy areas. Maybe slower in super-iron bound areas.

Do you have the Gone Hunting Program? It makes a big difference.

 

[Ahab8]

Congrats on that state copper bud. I love those. Hope to get a complete set one day but that's likely a fantasy

 

[Diggin Dude]

Awesome coins!! State coppers still elude me, on the bucket. Glad you got one Scrappy congratulations. Finding KG's also never gets old. [emoji41][emoji482]

 

[deershed]

I've had a lot of British coppers all show up at 12-41, plus of minus a couple digits. The 12-35 for this half farthing was the lowest by about 4. US coppers usually show up around 12-45/46/47 for the large cents, but one of my half cents appeared at 12-40/41 if I remember correctly. I use those Fe/co numbers for blank/dirty coppers I can't identify to get an idea of what they are, so they're pretty accurate.

The most important part is the swing with the CTX. If I were to time it, probably two seconds a swing in trashy areas. Maybe slower in super-iron bound areas.

Do you have the Gone Hunting Program? It makes a big difference.

Trying to figure out what different signals to look for might take awhile. We've been doing a lot of digging just to see what comes up as what. Thinking about taking a note pad and making notes. Lol
Yeah, got the the Gone Hunting Program. The kid keeps trying different settings and I keep telling him to use that program. For some reason I keep finding the silver and him not??

 

[Scrappy]

Congrats on that state copper bud. I love those. Hope to get a complete set one day but that's likely a fantasy

Hey Abe, glad you got to see it. I sent you and George a text before I posted it and didn't hear back from my buddies. Lol.

I have no doubt you'll complete a state set judging from your site selections. Now stop working so much and get your butt out there!!!

 

[Scrappy]

Trying to figure out what different signals to look for might take awhile. We've been doing a lot of digging just to see what comes up as what. Thinking about taking a note pad and making notes. Lol
Yeah, got the the Gone Hunting Program. The kid keeps trying different settings and I keep telling him to use that program. For some reason I keep finding the silver and him not??

You finding more silver than the boy is a new thing. Seems he's always finding the silv when I read your posts! Lol. Age, patience, and wisdom prevail with new machines. It sure took me a while. I dug every signal on open screen for a month just to learn all I could. You'll master is soon since this ain't your first rodeo and you'll no doubt be devastating to the coin population in your area.

Steve

 

[JerseyDigger19]

Congrats Steve! A state copper of any kind is still high on my bucket list. 4 in one day is astounding!

 

[Bill D. (VA)]

Sorry I missed this one Scrap. Congrats on your state copper, and I know you're excited about that. Other than Virginia halfpennies, state coppers are very difficult to find down here. I dug a really toasted NJ at a colonial shipyard site almost 20 years ago. And my buddy Dan recovered a great looking CT in our money pit a couple years ago, and that's been it to my knowledge. Anyway, glad to see you getting out and doing some digging. I'm still fighting the jellyfish, large swells, and a boatload of competition during my water hunting excursions at the local beaches, and fall can't come soon enough for me.

 

[Steve in PA]

Congrats on your first State Copper Steve! Living in NJ and hunting as much as you do I expect you will find many more. Heck I've found five of them way out here in Western Pennsylvania.

 

[Scrappy]

Sorry I missed this one Scrap. Congrats on your state copper, and I know you're excited about that. Other than Virginia halfpennies, state coppers are very difficult to find down here. I dug a really toasted NJ at a colonial shipyard site almost 20 years ago. And my buddy Dan recovered a great looking CT in our money pit a couple years ago, and that's been it to my knowledge. Anyway, glad to see you getting out and doing some digging. I'm still fighting the jellyfish, large swells, and a boatload of competition during my water hunting excursions at the local beaches, and fall can't come soon enough for me.

Hey thanks Bill. I had done 3 hunts here prior with no finds whatsoever. I was ready to throw in the towel and told the site's organization I was just about finished. Then out pops these odd ducks. Anyway, I've heard the farther south you go the more coppers thin out. But then again, you get more silver. I think I read that in an article once...hmmm...oh yeah, yours!

When you come up here to visit us we'll get you some more state coppers. Until then happy hunting

Steve

 

[46Wheat]

Congratulations on the copper's

 

[Scrappy]

Congrats on your first State Copper Steve! Living in NJ and hunting as much as you do I expect you will find many more. Heck I've found five of them way out here in Western Pennsylvania.

Thanks Steve. Your vote of confidence for my future success means a lot coming from you. Now onto that NY state copper