There are two discoveries entered this month that deserve to win, so I am giving away two Pro-Pointers!
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WINNER #1
My favorite find for May 2013 is the Civil War Era Lighting Rod Finial used atop a tavern flag pole, discovered by Wayne E. from Fredericksburg, Virginia with his Ace 350. Wayne lives in an area rich in Colonial and Civil War history, and even dates back to the 1600’s and the founding of our country. He says these discoveries are meaningful because of their history and importance to the people they belonged to.
Wayne tells us about the discovery of the civil war era finial. “The top was found about 8 inches down with some other items. It was behind a row of large stones which were the remains of an early 19th century tavern. I had seen some pictures of it and the description in a relic I.D. book and was thrilled to know it was rare and Confederate. It’s about 7 inches in length, made of bronze and was gold gilded. There is a very small amount of gold plating left. I’m not sure if the gold wore over time from being buried so long, or if it had seen some serious travel, battle, and usage.”
Wayne talks about detectors. “I have had and used 2 other name brand metal detectors over the years. But I have found many more desirable artifacts quicker and easier working with the Ace 350. Less batteries, less weight. It has been a welcome change.
Thanks Garrett very much for a great product and the support you give.”
Wayne WINS a Garrett PRO-POINTER®!
Wayne tells us about the discovery of the civil war era finial. “The top was found about 8 inches down with some other items. It was behind a row of large stones which were the remains of an early 19th century tavern. I had seen some pictures of it and the description in a relic I.D. book and was thrilled to know it was rare and Confederate. It’s about 7 inches in length, made of bronze and was gold gilded. There is a very small amount of gold plating left. I’m not sure if the gold wore over time from being buried so long, or if it had seen some serious travel, battle, and usage.”
Wayne talks about detectors. “I have had and used 2 other name brand metal detectors over the years. But I have found many more desirable artifacts quicker and easier working with the Ace 350. Less batteries, less weight. It has been a welcome change.
Thanks Garrett very much for a great product and the support you give.”
Wayne WINS a Garrett PRO-POINTER®!
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WINNER #2
My second favorite find winner for May 2013 is the Jewelry Locket with Photo, found by Garren K. from Ft. Worth, Texas with his Garrett GTA 1000. Below, Garren tells us about this find and what makes it a favorite.
“This will go down as one of my favorite finds of all time. When I dug this locket from the front yard of an old home site it was corroded shut. As I wiped the dirt from it, I could immediately tell it was costume or gold plated at best. I figured it was destined for the junk drawer.
After returning home and cleaning the locket I decided to pry it open. I was astonished to find one of the photos perfectly preserved. I assume that, because the locket was buried face down, moisture seeped in and completely faded the front photo away. The back photo, however, remained dry. Over the years the outer corrosion built up sealing the locket and preserving the photo until I dug it.
We may never know the story of the boy, nor the girl whose photo has faded forever.
Just putting a face to a find is an incredible feeling. That was a feeling I will never forget, making this an all time favorite.”
Great job Garren. Putting a face to a find is rare, and connects us with the past. If any treasure hunter can identify the face in the locket, please let us know at Garrett.
Garren WINS a Garrett PRO-POINTER®!
“This will go down as one of my favorite finds of all time. When I dug this locket from the front yard of an old home site it was corroded shut. As I wiped the dirt from it, I could immediately tell it was costume or gold plated at best. I figured it was destined for the junk drawer.
After returning home and cleaning the locket I decided to pry it open. I was astonished to find one of the photos perfectly preserved. I assume that, because the locket was buried face down, moisture seeped in and completely faded the front photo away. The back photo, however, remained dry. Over the years the outer corrosion built up sealing the locket and preserving the photo until I dug it.
We may never know the story of the boy, nor the girl whose photo has faded forever.
Just putting a face to a find is an incredible feeling. That was a feeling I will never forget, making this an all time favorite.”
Great job Garren. Putting a face to a find is rare, and connects us with the past. If any treasure hunter can identify the face in the locket, please let us know at Garrett.
Garren WINS a Garrett PRO-POINTER®!
