Some old bells...1876 & 1878!!

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Some old bells...1876 & 1878!!

Went out hunting where I think an old stable used to be. There are some stone remains that look like they could've been old water troughs, or maybe fountains. There is an old concrete stairway as well.

I found these 7 bells within 12" of each other, thinking they were held together by a leather strap one time. (As you can see some black leather remains on the tops/bottoms of these bells)

Also found what looks like maybe part of a watch fob and some other thingy which has some cool design on it. No coins, but seems like there would be seated potential in this area according to the pat. date on the bells. Enjoy! :thumbsup:

After I cleaned them up, they ring very nicely....Each one having a slightly different ring to it.

Oct. 24, 76 & May 14 '78 Patent dates.
 

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Re: Some old bells...1876 & 1878!!

nice bells jon , WTG!!! :hello:
 

Re: Some old bells...1876 & 1878!!

I love historic bells...if you've read my other posts.
So I have to say...your find is unique and incredibly interesting in my opinion!
Go find some more!

Laura
 

Re: Some old bells...1876 & 1878!!

Lookn4seated said:
After I cleaned them up, they ring very nicely....Each one having a slightly different ring to it.
Tie them to different parts of your clothes and you can play music. ;D

Nice finds, Jon! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

That looks like a real promising spot you have there! :wink:
 

Re: Some old bells...1876 & 1878!!

Hells Bells! Really nice sleighbells Jon! :thumbsup:
 

Re: Some old bells...1876 & 1878!!

Those are awesome.... were you planning on getting a display for them? If it were me I would think about doing that cause those are so cool....
 

Re: Some old bells...1876 & 1878!!

Those bells are sweet!!

I could dig one or two those all day and be as happy as a clam :)
 

Re: Some old bells...1876 & 1878!!

Have I seen this post before? Sure rings a bell...

Nice old bells! Jusy thought I'd chime in!

Joe
 

Re: Some old bells...1876 & 1878!!

Found a slew of them on the strap once also, they went on the kid's bikes as soon as they were cleaned and ringing again.
 

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