Found this in the dryer 4 days later

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I was very happy with my last hunt on an old Union camp site. I found 18 minies and very little trash. Well I got home from work today and as always my wonderful girl friend puts whatever was left in my pockets after a washing on top of my dryer. For some reason I walked through the laundry room this afternoon and saw this on top of the dryer. I picked it up and realized what it must have been.
It is a heart shaped rock that has lead melted around the edges. I am guessing a soldier was sitting around camp making this for a loved one and dropped or lost it before he got to give it to them. What do yall think?

 

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[RobRieman]

That's a really cool unique piece. I would love to know the story behind it. I wonder if the whole thing was covered at one time like a locket?

 

[relicmeister]

It's interesting, that's for sure.

 

[deershed]

Could be a craved bullet, Nice find!!

 

[yodi]

No idea it's cool though.

 

[Skippy SH13]

That's the story you should go with. Also, check to see if it's pewter... might make the story more interesting!

Lead from the balls would make the most sense, though...

I was very happy with my last hunt on an old Union camp site. I found 18 minies and very little trash. Well I got home from work today and as always my wonderful girl friend puts whatever was left in my pockets after a washing on top of my dryer. For some reason I walked through the laundry room this afternoon and saw this on top of the dryer. I picked it up and realized what it must have been. View attachment 1112255View attachment 1112256View attachment 1112257View attachment 1112258
It is a heart shaped rock that has lead melted around the edges. I am guessing a soldier was sitting around camp making this for a loved one and dropped or lost it before he got to give it to them. What do yall think?