Anyone know what these are?

[RobSFRD]

Found these today buried buried in the little miami river in Ohio, at site which was a camping area for armies in the late1700's and early 1800's. I thought they were lead, but ringing up right on 80-81 on my AT Pro and a lead sinker rings in the 50's. any chance they could be silver, the Shawnees lived in this area and had a silver mine. They both stand in end, almost like an old game piece.

 

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[rock]

I havent ever heard of NA Indians using weights made from metal. If they were stone I would say yes. I could be wrong though. Post them in the NA Indian forum here on Tnet and see what they say. I would be interested in knowing. Thanks, rock

 

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[huntsman53]

You stated that the Shawnee's had a Silver Mine in the area and it was not uncommon for Native American Indians to carry Silver around their' neck or attached to their' clothing via a braided string made of animal hide or vines for trade purposes or as a show of conquest. If you can't tell whether it is Lead or Silver, then take them to a Jewelry Shop or even a Pawn Shop as both can test for Silver.


Frank