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Old 01-11-2008, 08:25 PM
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Default 1773 Virginia Halfpenny

I got out this afternoon for a short hunt after work at a new spot. I got my first Virginia halfpenny. It is not in great condition but it is legible enough to Identify. The pictures don't show much detail. Any suggestions on cleaning would be appreciated. I'm not really concerned with the value but it would be nice to be able to see a little more detail. I also managed an old flat button and a 1925 wheaty.
Thanks for looking
Ken
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Old 01-11-2008, 08:28 PM
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Man Ken what nice finds you have made! I want to go detecting with you
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Old 01-11-2008, 08:36 PM
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Wow you find somw great stuff WTG
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Old 01-11-2008, 08:38 PM
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That's some good finds for sure..Way to go..Old stuff is great to find, Congrats...Buster.....
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Old 01-11-2008, 08:47 PM
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Very nice find Ken Congrats ! Have you heard of the hot peroxide methed for cleaning ? It has worked pretty well for me.
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Old 01-11-2008, 09:08 PM
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wow 1773 now that is an old coin I would also like to go hunting with you Ken, and Gregory where we going to meet?
Chick!
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Old 01-11-2008, 09:15 PM
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That is an awesome find!! Congrats to you, Beale.
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Old 01-11-2008, 09:29 PM
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Great finds, count me in on that hunt !
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Old 01-11-2008, 09:32 PM
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Very nice find Ken....WTG!!

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Old 01-11-2008, 09:39 PM
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My Hats Off To You, Ken< Continual Incredible Finds> Congratulations> Look Forward~ To Seeing What Else You Find.
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