Woo!!!! hang on!!!!!!!! A fob watch ring like this: [imgz=http://forums.silverstackers.com/uploads/753_48590_large.jpg][/imgz] as opposed to this? [imgz=http://forums.silverstackers.com/uploads/753_11971191791672341249johnny_automatic_pocket_watchsvghi.png][/imgz] The "key" has fallen off?
This is what I mean, a better image [imgz=http://forums.silverstackers.com/uploads/753_1597199-vintage-wind-up-fob-watch-0.jpg][/imgz]
The ring thingy is free spinning on a pin in the top of the heart thingy. Most fob medal pics Ive seen so far have a fixed ringy thingy.
Quick link. http://www.antiques-atlas.com/deveronjewellers/browse.php?code=as246a235 Some medals had a secondary chain conected, to prevent loss from the main chain.
These two little bottles belong to a friend of mine. One still has white powder in it, possibly opium.
This medal was found by me and my mate using my old detector. Located at around 18 inches depth. We found it on an Anzac Day so we call it the "Anzac Day Medal". It isnt engraved but there is writing on the back that is too small to decipher. Pretty sure it's silver.
The 3 and 5 DWT have the same markings, the 4 DWT is from a different set. The 3 and 5 DWTs have a crown so I believe they are British. These belong to a friend and they are crappy pics sorry. I am visiting him tonight so will either note what is written on them or try and take better pics. Only guessing but I reckon they would date from the late 1800s. The Goldrushes here in Australia started in 1851. People from all over the world came here to find their fortune. This included people who were "Miner 49ers" from the USA Goldrushes just prior to ours.
I must agree with you mmm...shiney. Have asked a couple of blokes who said the same thing as you. Also found one a couple of weeks ago and a group of boot tacks as well.
