My first 3 ringer?

[Older The Better]

I think I may have found my first three ringer. Same spot I’ve found a civil war Calvary button and a shield nickel. I’d be convinced if it wasn’t for the flat base. The cynical side says it’s a sort of deer slug. What do you guys think? Did I get a 3 ringer?

 

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[Retired Sarge]

I might be wrong but it looks modern......And reminds me of a Wadcutter.

 

[TheCannonballGuy]

The guess made by Ffuries (he said "might be") about your bullet is correct. It is from the 2nd half of the 20th Century, and is still being made today. Specifically, it is named a MaxiBall, made for use in Blackpowder rifles. See the photos below. There is more than one caliber of Maxi Ball, and three body-versions. As seen in one of the photos, some of the MaxiBalls we dig have been in the ground long enough to develop the typical grey-white lead oxide patina we see on excavated civil war bullets.

 

[Older The Better]

Dang. Oh well the search continues. I’ve got a whole mess of musket balls but have yet to get a 3ringer. Thanks for the id