Relic makes the day worth it

[DigDugNY]

Went out to a couple spots today including a property where a 1849 house once stood.. Didnt find a whole lot... but the house did produce a 1927 wheat and 1920 merc, which were my oldest coins, but the Merc is too worn to post. My best find of the day is actually a relic. Its a GAR (Grand Army of the Republic) Veterans Medal that was given to Civil War Vets. When looking at them online there was a ribbon and clasp that went to it, but i only found the Medal. I don't know how to date it, so if anyone can help on that end that would be cool, but its still a sweet find nonetheless. Hope you enjoy

 

[Scenario84]

THAT is a really really great find! Congrats!

 

[DigDugNY]

Thanks! I was able to find the member ID on it. Its V 1602 I believe

 

[407floyd]

That's a type "V" badge made from 1886-1956. A serial number with a V makes it 1891 or 1910. That's about as close as I can get you. Nice find.

 

[DigDugNY]

Thanks for the info!

 

[Goldstrike]

A great and interesting find! No wonder your excited to find it!! Congrats!

 

[ShadyMechanic]

That is a sweet medal my friend. Congratulations.

 

[metalfun]

That would have made my day.HH

 

[hatpin]

That is one cool find .

 

[bootyhoundpa]

Very very cool find.. congrats...

 

[Digger70pa]

Looks like a GAR reunion medal. Nice find. HH

 

[mudpuppy]

Beauty find! Let us know what you discover about its rarety....there couldnt have been many of those made..
Mud