1895 Milwaukee, Wi. Semi - Centennial Souvenir metal

Digger Don

Digger Don

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We didn't get a chance to get out much this weekend, but we were able to get permission at one old house. We didn't find any coins, but did dig a pretty cool 1895 Milwaukee, Wi. Semi-Centennial Souvenir medal. It was about 10" down and I almost put it in the scrap pouch because it appeared smooth on both sides. Alec told me to clean it with some water because of its shape. Once the detail appeared and I saw what it was I was glad I didn't scrap it. I re-scanned the hole, still had a signal and then found the top part that said souvenir. Some times the things we find are better than coins.
 

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Great, great find. Thankfully you rescanned the hole and found the top piece. Its in great shape and kudos to diggerAl for suggesting that you clean it.
 
Nice looking piece Don :clapping: Or should I say 2 pieces! That will look good in the display case. Great shape too!
 
Wow, that is a terrific find, Don! Very lucky that you re-scanned the hole and got the other piece! It's in GREAT shape too!

I'm like you, I really like relics that have a date on them especially when they're from the 1800s!

Congrats on the spectacular find! :perfect10:
 
That's an awesome find you got there Don :thumbsup02: yes and to find both pieces that's even more remarkable!
 
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