Went to a Civil War campsite/road today

[TNStartinAgain]

I got out for a couple hrs today and had a great time in the sunshine dug some old lead and a US plate buckle, not sure what it was for if you know please help. Also if you recognize any of these items id appreciate your help. I know the shotgun shell is from the early 1900's but need your help on the rest. Thanks for looking

 

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[tennessee digger]

I think the US that you dug is actually part of an old lock. Tennessee digger

 

[JmCraz8]

That is a cool plate!!!

 

[TNStartinAgain]

I think the US that you dug is actually part of an old lock. Tennessee digger

It may be that digger if it is I sure wished i had what it was locking up . Here is a pic of the back and side. Would really love to find out what it is

 

[TNStartinAgain]

That is a cool plate!!!

Thanks JM not sure yet what it is but im proud of it

 

[tennessee digger]

I'm 100% positive that it is the face off of an old lock. Tennessee digger.... and yes, I too would like to have whatever it had locked up!

 

[John Boy]

Cool finds buddy.

 

[TNStartinAgain]

I'm 100% positive that it is the face off of an old lock. Tennessee digger.... and yes, I too would like to have whatever it had locked up!

Digger any idea what age it might be would it be from the Civil War time period flat buttons carved bullet and several drops lead me to believe that this was definitely a civil war site plus I know the history of the area

 

[tennessee digger]

I'll try to look it up tomorrow, don't have time right now.

 

[Skinsfan]

very nice!

 

[TNStartinAgain]

Thanks Skinsfan and John Boy I appreciate it digger

 

[thrillathahunt]

I found the same piece earlier this month.

http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/what/334714-us.html

 

[tennessee digger]

Here is your lock on ebay. Tennessee digger Not sure of the age, but I'm sure it is not civil war era.

Lot of 2 Antique Locks Van w 3 Keys and Brass Lock Marked U s No Key | eBay

 

[woody_g]

I'm 100% positive that it is the face off of an old lock. Tennessee digger.... and yes, I too would like to have whatever it had locked up!

yep part of old lock

 

[TNStartinAgain]

You guys rock!!! Thanks for helping me id the lock. Its from the early 1900's. Also learned there was one found like it near Jesse James home place in Missouri. So maybe we just have to find the lockbox now LOL. Really these were commonly used on rural mailboxes and sold locally manufactured by E. T. Fraim Lock Co. of Lancaster, PA

 

[dig kzoo]

Cool lock face!

 

[BroncosFan]

Good finds!!