Went on permission in the woods, which is basically a jungle. I found this...any idea

[Truth]

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[RobRieman]

Electric box knockout?

 

[Truth]

Electric box knockout?

Could be just weird to be in the middle of the woods


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[TerryC]

Electric box knockout?

I think electric box knockouts are more the size just larger than a nickel. That one is larger than the quarter. TTC

 

[ecmjamsit]

I have one similar that is holed. Big chunk corroded off too. I found mine in downtown Pueblo where they were digging up a parking lot. I was thinking Spanish copper. My find is way too corroded to ever be sure. Soil isn't very kind here. Can you soak it to get any details?

 

[Truth]

I have one similar that is holed. Big chunk corroded off too. I found mine in downtown Pueblo where they were digging up a parking lot. I was thinking Spanish copper. My find is way too corroded to ever be sure. Soil isn't very kind here. Can you soak it to get any details?

It in lemon juice know. I let you know


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[RobRieman]

I think electric box knockouts are more the size just larger than a nickel. That one is larger than the quarter. TTC

They can be anywhere from a 1/2" to 4" in diameter. Trust me, I've seen more than I care to. [emoji12]

 

[Dug]

It appears to have green oxidation meaning it is either copper or brass. I don't recall electrical boxes being made from brass or copper so I would rule that out. I'm thinking either an early copper coin or large flat button. Tough to see in the one pic if that is a scar in the center where the shank would have been attached.

Once you get the rough crust off, rubbing a little 3 in one oil on it and holding it at an angle to the light might bring out some detail if there is any. Problem is a lot of early coppers were very pocket worn before being lost so you have an uphill battle getting an ID on them sometimes.

 

[Truth]

It appears to have green oxidation meaning it is either copper or brass. I don't recall electrical boxes being made from brass or copper so I would rule that out. I'm thinking either an early copper coin or large flat button. Tough to see in the one pic if that is a scar in the center where the shank would have been attached.

Once you get the rough crust off, rubbing a little 3 in one oil on it and holding it at an angle to the light might bring out some detail if there is any. Problem is a lot of early coppers were very pocket worn before being lost so you have an uphill battle getting an ID on them sometimes.

Thank you Dug that's a good idea. I hope I can get something off of it. Never heard of 3 in one oil I'll pick some up. And most of all thank you for you service sincerely.


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[DARKCYDE]

I had a similar thing and was told it was some kind of blank copper tag that had not been stamped on yet. Usually used at farms.

 

[Dug]

You can use mineral oil too. I just wouldn't use olive oil unless it doesn't matter about it turning really dark.