Hey y’all! I found this object while taking the dog for a walk on the beach. Wasn’t even searching for anything. It was sticking out of the sand about 2 inches in the surf. I excavated it carefully and brought it home. Knocked off some of the visible rust and then soaked it in vinegar for 24hours prior to scrubbing with a stiff bristle plastic brush. It has sparked some major interest with me as I’m certain it’s Civil War Era based on where it was found (near a coastal civil war fort) but decided to join this group to seek some guidance.
It seems that measurements determine everything so here’s what I’ve been able to gather
Diameter 7.8 inches.
Weight- 44.2 pounds (standard bathroom scale)
Im in need of advice as to ways to seal it to prevent further rusting. I’d like to restore to the best way possible and hold onto it as a piece of history.
Any information from the experts is greatly appreciated!
It seems that measurements determine everything so here’s what I’ve been able to gather
Diameter 7.8 inches.
Weight- 44.2 pounds (standard bathroom scale)
Im in need of advice as to ways to seal it to prevent further rusting. I’d like to restore to the best way possible and hold onto it as a piece of history.
Any information from the experts is greatly appreciated!
