Sterling Silver Necklace Near 1938 Wheat Penny

[David53]

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This Penny was a couple of inches deep and right beside the hole it came from was the Sterling Silver Necklace, which was right on top of the ground. It sometimes pays to look at the ground near where you dig treasure because some treasure doesn't have to be dug up at all.

 

[Sanderling]

You are right about that David53. Found a ring sticking out of the sand once and a number of coins in the past that were just lying there as I detect the beach. My wife who is short and low to the ground has found a couple of rings and $10 and $20 bills in parking lots at various times. Pays to pay attention.

 

[LawrencetheMDer]

When I metal detect I always visually search the sand for surface targets (and rare shells). Especially heavy rain or high winds expose targets near the surface to visually find.

 

[pasttom]

While I try to keep aware of my total environment, I focus on the ground I am sweeping. I have made several good finds that way. I pick up glass, sea glass and any trash that could injure or poison critters or children. I also hate it when I bang my coil on a rock or whatever so keeping my eyes open is a must.