I FOUND IT!!!!!! Mass Militia Buckle - part #2

[pax_in_ma]

I FOUND IT!!!!! I FOUND IT!!!!! Went back well equiped this time. 3 feet from where I found the plate I got a high 70 low 80 at 8". I just knew it was it. Plenty of roots but the Lesche did its magic. Had the wreath part of the buckle in 5min. I am so happy right now. looked around for a bit. Found 1 musket ball and plenty of lead. Am going to grid and hunt this place with a fine tooth comb.

What do you guys suggest I do with restoration/preservation? Do I just leave as is? Should I have it done professionally? If yes by who? Also should I contact a museum to let them know I have it in case they want pictures or even display it? Never been in that situation before so I welcome input and advice from the TNet community.

Thanks for watching!

Patrick

 

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[pepperj]

Huge congrats on finding the rest of the buckle, you must be walking a lot lighter right now.

 

[relic nut]

Fantastic!!!!!! I know exactly how you feel. Happened to me. It's an incredible feeling and doesn't happen very often. I am as happy as you are!! That history needed to be put back together and you did it Bud!!!!! You may never top this. Walk tall my friend.:beer::beer::beer:

 

[slowwevo]

pretty awesome, congrats on completing it

 

[K1DDO1979]

The two pieces look amazing back together again! Awesome find(s)!!!
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[Vino]

Holy Crap!! Thats Awsomeness.
My one and only sword belt plate I found was just like that. Except I found both parts the same day, about 300ft apart.
I know your feeling.
Big congrats.
George

 

[villagenut]

That is one happy reunion. Glad you did the extra work to get it, congrats

 

[relic nut]

Man.....this got me all jacked up!!!! If it wasn't going to be dark in less than an hour, I'd go digin rite know! Great news!!

 

[Limitool]

Wow buddy.... You just got me all jacked up finding that other half.... GREAT JOB and find. I'm very proud of ya guy.... Brad

 

[Gridwalker306]

Holy friggin crap! Congratulations on finding the other half! What are the odds, man you must be happy. I see the first part made banner, and I think I'm going to vote banner on this piece as well. Haha wouldn't it be cool to have two pieces of the same item on the banner?!

 

[Rustic]

Fantastic find! Congratulations on bringing the two parts back together again.

 

[jeff of pa]

lol good score

 

[Tnmountains]

Good job. You said you were going back. Glad you have it complete after all this time!

 

[relic nut]

Pax_in_ma, To answer your questions, if it were mine I wouldn't do anything to it. Maybe just a light cleaning but I would let a pro do that. This great pc of history should be on display. If you decide to loan it to a museum make sure you get credit for the find. But its totally up to you. Time is on your side so for know just enjoy the ride

 

[stewielouie]

Wooo Hooooo Congrats!!!

 

[qaela4]

Congratulations! You did my native state proud! Way to persevere and get the entire piece back where it belongs...in the light of day to be seen and appreciated.

 

[cjon455]

so cool to find the second piece!, that sucker should display well!

congratulations to you!!

 

[Patriot Relics]

Wow big congrats on completing that amazing buckle Just screamed woohoo at my computer haha. Well done pax

 

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[BigWaveDave]

Anyway to modify your Banner pic with the 2 pieces reunited?

Well done my man.