Beach finding

[BeachHunter69]

I just found this spike on a beach, id like to date it. Not sure that it is really old because it's round, but i'll let you guys talk about it. Thanks!!

 

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[Gulf Coast Pirate]

Great find! Not oxidized, is it bronze?

 

[Gulf Coast Pirate]

Possibly a rivet.

 

[E-Trac-Ohio]

Cool find and welcome to T-Net !

 

[BeachHunter69]

Great find! Not oxidized, is it bronze?

Looks like it, but i don't know how to test it

 

[Gulf Coast Pirate]

Does a magnet stick to it?

 

[BeachHunter69]

Does a magnet stick to it?

No, it look like bronze

 

[Gulf Coast Pirate]

Is there any fibers around the head? Cordage was wrapped around the head prior to sinking it to prevent leakage. Highly unlikely any would remain as decomposed as the wood is, but if you find any it would mean pretty old.

 

[BeachHunter69]

Possibly a rivet.

Do you know what range of year they use that??

 

[Gulf Coast Pirate]

Under the head...

 

[BeachHunter69]

Under the head...

I don't see nothing but I'll have to dig a little to see better...

 

[BeachHunter69]

I just found this spike on a beach, id like to date it. Not sure that it is really old because it's round, but i'll let you guys talk about it. Thanks!!View attachment 2103281

 

[Gulf Coast Pirate]

From Potters guide: " The use of iron and brass spikes and bolts in holding the hull together varied so much that they are not good indicators (of age). In general the galleons' planks were attached to the ribs with iron spikes, while those on the later warships were fixed with brass bolts. Iron was replaced by brass as the result of experiences where it rusted in salt water."

 

[Gulf Coast Pirate]

What state did you find it in?

 

[BeachHunter69]

What state did you find it in?

Canada, quebec

 

[scruggs]

Nice one!

 

[Garscale]

Looks like a tar sealer around it. Interesting

 

[Digger RJ]

I just found this spike on a beach, id like to date it. Not sure that it is really old because it's round, but i'll let you guys talk about it. Thanks!!View attachment 2103281

Nice!!! Congrats!!!