Possible Native American artifact? Junk?

[sgoss66]

I found this last night hunting in Norman, Oklahoma. It appears to be copper, is slightly larger than a half dollar, but much thinner. I have no idea what the design is, but if you look at the detail in the piece, you can see that the design was hand-scrawled on there with some type of tool. It reminds me of a "cave painting."

Anyone have any ideas? Do I take this by the Historical Museum and show it to the curator, or will they laugh me out of the place?!

Thanks,

Steve

 

[fyrffytr1]

I am not an authority on native American artifacts but I think you have something there. I would not be afraid of being laughed at by the curator. If they have a display at the museum you could look it over first. Let us know what you find out.

 

[godigit1]

Cant help with the design but looks real to me.
Nice find Steve!!

 

[sgoss66]

Thanks, godigit!

fyrffytr1 -- Instead of the curator of the museum, I decided on the Oklahoma Archaeological Survey; I sent the head of the place an email with picture attached; I hope to hear from him and if not I'll drop by with it and see what he says. I'll post what I find out.

Steve

 

[flash5153]

Whats the other side look like?? It's a cool item for sure.

 

[sgoss66]

Hey, flash...

The other side has nothing on it. Smooth and flat.

Steve

 

[norman maassey]

n/t