Valley Ranger
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- Mar 24, 2011
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- Minelab Equinox 800, Garrett AT Pro (2), Makro Racer 2, Garrett AT Pinpointer (2)
- Primary Interest:
- Relic Hunting
Went to a new spot yesterday here in the Shenandoah Valley that shows a lot of promise. Although the owner has actually hunted the site (small farm with colonial era home) for years, I was able to pull a few goodies out of the ground that he’s missed. He’s found a number of Civil War related relics including buttons and plates. The home dates to the late 18[SUP]th[/SUP] century, had slave cabins on it, is believed to have a small Confederate encampment on it, was home to a prominent Virginia politician and is right next door to an early 19[SUP]th[/SUP] century schoolhouse. The history of the place is quite amazing.
I was only able to spend a little more than 2 hours on the property but I’m pleased with what I found in this short survey hunt. I’ve been invited back and will definitely be going back soon. Inventory from my initial survey hunt:
1 1916 Barber Dime
1 1943 Washington Quarter
19th century Salt shaker cap
Small brass 19th century clasp/fastener
Brass rivet
18th-19th century pottery pieces
1 handblown “CHESEBROUGH MFG CO VASELINE” bottle, circa 1885
I was only able to spend a little more than 2 hours on the property but I’m pleased with what I found in this short survey hunt. I’ve been invited back and will definitely be going back soon. Inventory from my initial survey hunt:
1 1916 Barber Dime
1 1943 Washington Quarter
19th century Salt shaker cap
Small brass 19th century clasp/fastener
Brass rivet
18th-19th century pottery pieces
1 handblown “CHESEBROUGH MFG CO VASELINE” bottle, circa 1885
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