Buckle?

[Garabaldi]

If you check out this link about mid way down there is an image of a buckle that dates from 1250-1500. Do you think this is what I have found?

http://www.colchestertreasurehunting.co.uk/2009Febfinds.html

 

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[Silver Searcher]

It looks like you have a single D shape, or Oval buckle, which has a early date range 1250-1500...were did you get this buckle did you find it , or buy it

SS

 

[Garabaldi]

I found it with my metal detector in the USA, Massachusetts.

 

[Breezie]

Wow G, nice find, and I think SS is right on too! Breezie

 

[Garabaldi]

Thanks Breezie. I think he is right also. I just can't believe it is what it is and the fact that I found it in mass. The area I found it is very historical, so it is very probable that British artifacts could be found, but this will be by far the oldest artifact I have found. I keep looking at it and am blown away. If you look in the BUCKLES book by Ross Whitehead on page 16, #48 looks like the Buckle I have found. The dimensions are 17mm x 21mm, which are the exact dimensions of my buckle. Seems like a match, but again I am having a hard time rapping my mind around finding an artifact dating back to 1250-1500 here in mass. I guess I'm looking for some reassurance. Silver Searchers initial response seemed like he was shocked also. I think he was so shocked he wasn't sure if I found it or bought it. That was the first time I had anyone ask if I had bought the item I posted. When I found it I thought it was an earing, but saw an image of one on the Colchester site you gave me. I actually owe you a thanks.

 

[Woodland Detectors]

Man I would be camping on that site.

 

[Silver Searcher]

Thanks Breezie. I think he is right also. I just can't believe it is what it is and the fact that I found it in mass. The area I found it is very historical, so it is very probable that British artifacts could be found, but this will be by far the oldest artifact I have found. I keep looking at it and am blown away. If you look in the BUCKLES book by Ross Whitehead on page 16, #48 looks like the Buckle I have found. The dimentions are 17mm x 21mm, which are the exact dimentions of my buckle. Seems like a match, but again I am having a hard time rapping my mind around finding an artifact dating back to 1250-1500 hear in mass. I guess I looking for some reassurance. Silver Searchers initial response seemed like he was shocked also. I think he was so shocked he wasn't sure if I found it or bought it. That was the first time I had anyone ask if I had bought the item I posted. When I found it I thought it was an earing, but saw an image of one on the Colchester site you gave me. I actually owe you a thanks.

Yes I was shocked by your Buckle never meant to doubt you on the find though it's a fantastic find, and belongs on the Banner, do you know any history about the area it was found

SS

 

[Garabaldi]

Thanks Breezie. I think he is right also. I just can't believe it is what it is and the fact that I found it in mass. The area I found it is very historical, so it is very probable that British artifacts could be found, but this will be by far the oldest artifact I have found. I keep looking at it and am blown away. If you look in the BUCKLES book by Ross Whitehead on page 16, #48 looks like the Buckle I have found. The dimentions are 17mm x 21mm, which are the exact dimentions of my buckle. Seems like a match, but again I am having a hard time rapping my mind around finding an artifact dating back to 1250-1500 hear in mass. I guess I looking for some reassurance. Silver Searchers initial response seemed like he was shocked also. I think he was so shocked he wasn't sure if I found it or bought it. That was the first time I had anyone ask if I had bought the item I posted. When I found it I thought it was an earing, but saw an image of one on the Colchester site you gave me. I actually owe you a thanks.

Yes I was shocked by your Buckle never meant to doubt you on the find though it's a fantastic find, and belongs on the Banner, do you know any history about the area it was found

SS

I know the area very well, but am keeping tight lipped.

 

[Garabaldi]

Thank you Silver Searcher.
I am going to post it on todays finds.

 

[Breezie]

Thanks Breezie. I think he is right also. I just can't believe it is what it is and the fact that I found it in mass. The area I found it is very historical, so it is very probable that British artifacts could be found, but this will be by far the oldest artifact I have found. I keep looking at it and am blown away. If you look in the BUCKLES book by Ross Whitehead on page 16, #48 looks like the Buckle I have found. The dimensions are 17mm x 21mm, which are the exact dimensions of my buckle. Seems like a match, but again I am having a hard time rapping my mind around finding an artifact dating back to 1250-1500 here in mass. I guess I'm looking for some reassurance. Silver Searchers initial response seemed like he was shocked also. I think he was so shocked he wasn't sure if I found it or bought it. That was the first time I had anyone ask if I had bought the item I posted. When I found it I thought it was an earing, but saw an image of one on the Colchester site you gave me. I actually owe you a thanks.

G, I know what you mean. I had a hard time realizing I found a circa 1620-50s Spectacle Buckle here in NC, but both NC & MA had early 'visitors.' It's amazing what we pull out of the ground, and even more amazing we have a WONDERFUL forum like this for all of us to combine our knowledge and finds. I don't know if you saw my Spec. buckle or not, so here's a pic. Breezie

PS: You're welcome; I always enjoy your finds.

 

[Garabaldi]

Breezie, that buckle is amazing. Found in NC to boot. Thanks for enjoying my finds also.