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Old 07-07-2007, 01:17 PM
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Just got into the hobby a few days ago and have already found some interesting things most notably a old large one cent coin. My house is over 125 years old (old houses have a lot of charm but need a lot of maintenance) and I found it about 3 inches down in the front yard 2 feet from the side walk. The date on the coin is 1856, and it is solid copper. I will try to post some pics of it but the date is real hard to read.





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Very nice!!! Great way to start out.
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Very nice!!! Great way to start out.
Thanks, it was a real rush to find a old coin right out of the "get go".

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WTG I collect large cents. I'd love to find one metal detecting.
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Old 07-07-2007, 03:43 PM
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Old 07-07-2007, 04:07 PM
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Decent dig, dude! I love those coppers!
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Oh No! Now the pressure is on to find something to top this. Thanks for all the kind words.

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Very well done, CONGRATS!!!!
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WTG & Congrats....Nice first find and you have a GREAT place too hunt...right in your own backyard....find more!!

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Welcome to TQ. awesome coins what a way to start out.
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