Crucifix and Bones Found in the Most Isolated Place I’ve Ever Metal Detected

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  • Опубликовано: 6 янв 2025

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  • @FrednDeeDee
    @FrednDeeDee Год назад +26

    I was at an estate sale where the entire contents of the house and property were being auctioned off. Up for auction was a small cloth bag with a pile of coins that were covered with dirt and such. I paid $7 for the bag full. I discovered 22 large cents with the oldest a very nice 1794 I happily discovered after soap and water cleaning. After watching your fantastic videos, I realized that these coins were dug coins and I wondered if the bag was the man's collection of large cents, he found metal detecting over the years. Then I wished I knew where he found all those coins and wondered if they were all found from one area. It is our loss for not knowing this collector and learning about his old metal detecting haunts. Just how much history do we all walk over in our travels.

  • @CC58
    @CC58 Год назад +40

    Women in the 1800s frowned on having a tan. It was popular to use bonnets, parasols, and use buttermilk on their face as sunblock. Probably why there are so many parasols in the ground.

    • @cdd4248
      @cdd4248 Год назад +12

      Thanks for your comment. It is so interesting to think about what we view as privelege and wealth over time, but there is the consistent idea of wealth = leisure time. In the 1800s women of leisure were priveleged enough to stay out of the sun. Today, women of wealth have the privelege of relaxing in the sun.

    • @lysbethbeech388
      @lysbethbeech388 Год назад +4

      Also probably a fashion accessory as well. A parasol to match every outfit, maybe?

    • @diane1390
      @diane1390 Год назад +6

      Many women used Arsenic to keep their skin white as well, but I'd rather deal with a light tan than to poison myself!!!!! 😱

    • @impunitythebagpuss
      @impunitythebagpuss Год назад +4

      Only poor women who worked the fields had tans...the higher up you were in social levels, the paler you had to be!

    • @mbmochinski
      @mbmochinski Год назад

      White skin was definitely a sign of an upperclass woman.

  • @standbarrett755
    @standbarrett755 Год назад +18

    Wondering if you packed out the moose skull? I carried a buffalo skull two miles once. After the first half mile that buffalo skull gained a bunch of weight! By the time I got it back to the truck? I think my arms stretched two feet longer! I was a young man in those days. Wish I'd never had sold it! But, young and dumb.

  • @LunaGrace62
    @LunaGrace62 Год назад +13

    The crucifix is so large I believe it was part of a "rosary" or worn by a priest. Beautiful intricate piece ❣️

    • @mbmochinski
      @mbmochinski Год назад

      Because it is so large I think it is not a rosary. Unless it was hung on a wall. Any rosaries I've seen that were used to pray the rosary have smaller crucifixes. Like You mention, it could be a crucifix worn by a priest or nun, those were larger.

    • @RichardTClark396
      @RichardTClark396 Год назад

      I thought same thing. To big for necklace.

    • @mbmochinski
      @mbmochinski Год назад +1

      @@RichardTClark396 I have seen some large crosses worn around the necks of nuns and priests thought. Or around the waist like a belt.

  • @peggybaxter8480
    @peggybaxter8480 Год назад +26

    I love the plants you show. I grew up in the Appalachian hills of East Tennessee. As kids we didn't have toys so we played in the hills. You're videos bring back memories. The cross is awesome! Thank You for taking me with you!

    • @steveclark4291
      @steveclark4291 Год назад +1

      I grew up on a farm in Kansas ! So getting to see some scenery in other states to me is awesome ! I've driven through most of the states west of the Mississippi River and only a few east of the Mississippi River !

    • @peggybaxter8480
      @peggybaxter8480 Год назад +1

      I live in East Tennessee in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mins National park. There's a lot of history to see driving through our beautiful Mtns.

    • @digginwithdude
      @digginwithdude Год назад

      Oh man, visiting the Appalachian hills is my dream. I'd never leave, I'm convinced of that.

    • @digginwithdude
      @digginwithdude Год назад

      ​@@peggybaxter8480uhg I bet it's beautiful there

    • @peggybaxter8480
      @peggybaxter8480 Год назад

      digginwithdude
      Our mtns. are beautiful and most people are caring and have a bond with the land. This area has grown by leeps and bounds after the lock down and a lot of people come with the idea of changing us and "teaching" us how things should be. We might not have the college degrees but--!== our people, hills, and mind are amazing! If you should come to Tenn. Unless you like sitting in traffic avoid Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge on our end of the park. Too much information! 😊 Thanks for your reply!

  • @johnnydoe66
    @johnnydoe66 Год назад +31

    I would love to see some of the items you find after you've cleaned them just to see more detail. Nice finds as always.

    • @digginwithdude
      @digginwithdude Год назад

      Like the writing on the back of the gilded button

  • @traceebruce
    @traceebruce Год назад +21

    Love your videos, the music, the mountains and your enthusiasm.

  • @DavidDCD999
    @DavidDCD999 Год назад +5

    Love your Friday videos. Would love to see your display room.

  • @MaxChampagne69
    @MaxChampagne69 Год назад +9

    Really nice find !
    I think it was part of a rosary, considering the level of detail. It's a little big for everyday wear.

    • @virginiawestcot3111
      @virginiawestcot3111 Год назад +2

      I was thinking that also part of a Rosary

    • @zekesgirl100
      @zekesgirl100 Год назад

      It also looked as though the ring that held it on to the rosary was slightly sprung. It could have just fallen off and not been noticed.

    • @zekesgirl100
      @zekesgirl100 Год назад

      It also looked as though the ring that held it on to the rosary was slightly sprung. It could have just fallen off and not been noticed.

    • @s1988teve
      @s1988teve Год назад +2

      At the time of the Revolutionary war, less than 1% of the population was Catholic. At the time of the war of northern aggression, it was less than 5%. Not saying it's impossible, but it's less likely during a time when this country hadn't surrendered to the papacy like it has today.

  • @teenapittman4241
    @teenapittman4241 Год назад +5

    When I watch your videos, I get spun into the who, the what, the why, the where, and a million more questions. I know people that have none of this curiosity and that makes me wonder too. Great videos!

  • @bethcorey6022
    @bethcorey6022 Год назад +2

    Friday morning coffees and Brad. ❤

  • @ToddOutdoor
    @ToddOutdoor Год назад +20

    I absolutely love that crucifix. Another great video!.

    • @annduke5573
      @annduke5573 Год назад +1

      Glad you caught that Todd, a crucifix, not a cross.

  • @user-ey9bt7fs6n
    @user-ey9bt7fs6n Год назад +4

    Nice bunch of finds! Maybe a short of that Crotal Bell all cleaned up?

  • @connielipp8648
    @connielipp8648 Год назад +17

    Good Morning Brad, this place seems to have a special feel to it; and it felt that there'd not been many people roaming back in there. Did you feel that too?.. The moss covering the rocks at the spring was so beautiful.. Thank you for sharing

  • @offroadjunkie303
    @offroadjunkie303 Год назад +6

    Thank you for another great adventure and for taking us with you. I always look forward to Green Mountain Metal Detecting Fridays.

  • @WayneTheSeine
    @WayneTheSeine Год назад +6

    Please play your intro just a tad longer...love the music and the scene. Making these long treks into the backcountry, have you ever considered backpacing in a ultralight tent and gear...maybe some footage around a small fire, going over the finds of the day while enjoying some fresh brewed campfire coffee? Then, get up the next morning and swinging some more?

    • @1898time
      @1898time Год назад

      He is a family man let him stick to a day off.

    • @WayneTheSeine
      @WayneTheSeine Год назад +1

      @@1898time I wasn't suggesting he leave his family and move to the woods but maybe an occasional night camping trip on these long trips in would be fun and cool.

  • @lisaclayton404
    @lisaclayton404 Год назад

    Went digging with a spoon for fun. I was digging by a root of a tree and found a Indian head center 1899!! Pretty Kristy but I FOUND IT!. And a very thin green garder belt clip. Probably late 18 early 1900s. Baltimore had a fire in 1907 that burnt the city down they trucked and dumped all the debri in Dundalk MD. Where I live. Now the metal detector is going over there with me TODAY!❤❤❤❤ LOVE YOUR VIDEOS BRAD. I have learned so very much from you.

  • @mickgrant4262
    @mickgrant4262 Год назад +5

    I really look forward to your uploads on Friday helps to make my day Cheers fro Ireland 🇮🇪

  • @grillinandchillinwithdeb
    @grillinandchillinwithdeb Год назад +6

    Awesome finds and video, the cross was my favorite. Wondering if maybe from a priest. I would love to detect with you one day, such a story teller and your finds just are very cool.

  • @scotttrent9348
    @scotttrent9348 Год назад +2

    Hello Brad. I have watched a ton of your videos way back from the beginning of your channel. I have never commented on any until now. I will say you sir put out the best detecting videos on RUclips. From the way you explain things to just the way you carry yourself. The music is wonderful, just the overall way you do your videos is absolutely great. I look forward to every Friday to see what you find next. God Bless you and your family

  • @jenniferneedham5514
    @jenniferneedham5514 Год назад +23

    Happy Friday everyone! Another great video! Amazing finds from out in the middle of nowhere. Love the moose skull! Brad, love how you make possible stories to go with the items! ❤

  • @DWCNC
    @DWCNC Год назад +8

    That crucifix was large. Possibly worn by a Priest? Or Nun?

  • @DetectDigSmile
    @DetectDigSmile Год назад +5

    Great finds, I love the cross. I hope it cleans up nice for you. Keep Diggin.

    • @janetschmitt6760
      @janetschmitt6760 Год назад +2

      The difference between a cross and a crucifix is the figure of Christ.

  • @marcusaurelius2770
    @marcusaurelius2770 Год назад +9

    Every Friday morning like clockwork. I always look forward to your videos. That crucifix was an amazing find. Very special. Thanks for the work you put into creating your content.

  • @TK_in_KY
    @TK_in_KY Год назад +1

    Always a pleasure to see you Brad… have a great weekend! Your #1 Kentucky fan💞TK

  • @susanpohlers2638
    @susanpohlers2638 Год назад

    I always get excited when you find bells too! They just make me happy.

  • @stevenstark9017
    @stevenstark9017 Год назад +4

    Excellent video Brad. Especially what you found, the cool relics the small ox knob, buttons. The awesome drape bust large cent and the old cross.

  • @Treasure-Charger
    @Treasure-Charger Год назад

    Awesome spot this week. Congratulations on this finds, especially the bell and Crucifix! WOW on that one, Brad! 👍

  • @craziedigging4590
    @craziedigging4590 Год назад

    Great Hunt there Brad. Love all the Relics and Buttons. Especially the last Button withe the leaf design. Congrats on the Coppers and Cordal Bell. Really Love the the Cross you found. That one is awesome. Take Care

  • @sherir4462
    @sherir4462 Год назад +2

    I watch many metal detecting channels, but yours is always my favorite! Thank you and I can't wait till next Friday!

    • @digginwithdude
      @digginwithdude Год назад

      I agree, Brad and hoover boys my go to first

  • @user-Icicleandfireball
    @user-Icicleandfireball Год назад

    That cross and the crotal/jingle bell was so cool, and the coins were awesome as well

  • @MissLady-pq4hc
    @MissLady-pq4hc Год назад +1

    I grew up on an old farm in the woods of Rhode Island, back in the early 50s, had burn barrel. We also had our own dump for glass and metals.oh how i wish i had some of the old glass jars bottles. Your videos always bring to life back in the good old days. Thank you .❤️

  • @shelllinderman2932
    @shelllinderman2932 Год назад +8

    You always find some of the best finds! Excellent video. I’m sure you had a great time unpacking your backpack after that! Nicely done!

  • @digginhistoryoncapecod7506
    @digginhistoryoncapecod7506 Год назад

    Another great location and too many awesome finds to cover each, but for me, as someone who loves finding religious artifacts, that early crucifix is stunning- Congrats!!

  • @math19074
    @math19074 Год назад +2

    Thanks for posting, Brad.

  • @sickofthissh
    @sickofthissh Год назад

    I am a dedicated viewer. I love when you find cool old stuff.

  • @SirStixxy
    @SirStixxy Год назад +2

    Brad, your videos are a highlight of my Fridays. Keep them coming. 📽

  • @Wildkarrde2484
    @Wildkarrde2484 Год назад

    Thank you for identifying the parasol ring! I found one recently and couldn't place it.

  • @mercedithcompala8148
    @mercedithcompala8148 Месяц назад

    Beautiful Crucifix..
    Was meant to be found. 🍀

  • @SkipFolse
    @SkipFolse Год назад

    Brad, I've been watching for a couple of years. Wildly interesting and something I've always wanted to do. Did you ever do a show that displays all of the great things that you have, in your collection? Especially all cleaned up and labeled or I.D. Keep it up, love your productions.

  • @cindyfranklin9033
    @cindyfranklin9033 Год назад

    Out here in Washington State a umbrella is also called a Bumper shoot for some reason

  • @garymartin6066
    @garymartin6066 Год назад +1

    Awesome finds ; especially the crucifix

  • @Insideoutie
    @Insideoutie Год назад +1

    Great! That must have been a beautiful place to live. Seems sometimes I was born a few hundred years too late.

  • @ronyoung3699
    @ronyoung3699 Год назад +1

    Morning Brad, enjoying my Friday morning coffee and your video. What a great combination. Great hunt and finds. See you next Friday.

  • @stanmonk2851
    @stanmonk2851 Год назад +1

    May God Bless you Brad.
    Happy Friday morning.

  • @ChristaFree
    @ChristaFree Год назад +1

    I've been watching this Turkish metal detecting channel, deniz something, and he has a device that detects precious metals. He uses that to steer him towards an area then uses his metal detector to zero in. It's the craziest thing I've ever seen. The translation calls it a field scanner but I'm sure that's not what we would call it.
    They find gold ancient crucifixes and other ancient gold and and silver that's been hidden (plastered) into what looks like ordinary rock outcroppings. Most are rocks plastered together so come apart easily. Stuff from ottoman empire, Egyptian, Roman, Greek. It's crazy.
    Y'all are the only 2 channels I watch. You should check it out and see if you know what device he uses. He posts every other day at least.

  • @deborahhatch1856
    @deborahhatch1856 8 месяцев назад

    I metal detect once in a while and one of the things on my bucket list is bell, so congratulations

  • @sueyoung2115
    @sueyoung2115 Год назад +3

    Love the video and the treasures. Thanks for the trip to the mountains.

  • @davidcovert4915
    @davidcovert4915 Год назад

    Always intrigued with buttons from that time with any kind of design on them.

  • @wildmandigging3486
    @wildmandigging3486 Год назад

    Great hunt awesome crucifix pendant looking forward to next week God Bless and happy dirt fishing…Virgil

  • @harridan.
    @harridan. 11 месяцев назад

    in her Amelia Peabody series, author Elizabeth Peters protagonist was a woman archeologist in a family of British archeologists who lived in Egypt around the late 1880s to early 1900s. Amelia always had her parasols made extra sturdy in case she needed to bring it down on the head of an attacker, with an extra sharp point which was quite useful for moving people out of her way in crowds. People frequently attacked her.

  • @relicrat
    @relicrat Год назад

    Love the old lantern pieces and of course the two large cents were very nice. Cross was easily the find of the day. Congratulations and thanks for sharing!!!

  • @MayhemProspecting
    @MayhemProspecting Год назад +4

    Awesome video Brad, as always love your editing. Easy to watch. Great VT finds! Keep it up man and best of luck, all the best!

  • @granvillewooster7673
    @granvillewooster7673 Год назад +2

    Awesome finds brother thank you so very much for sharing 👍👍❤️

  • @grandmakellymcdonald
    @grandmakellymcdonald Год назад

    Let’s go let’s go treasure and adventure 💕🌺✌️👵

  • @vickilewis6730
    @vickilewis6730 Год назад

    SO cool! Thanks for letting us tag along!

  • @rhondaburke5700
    @rhondaburke5700 Год назад

    Always enjoy the videos.❤

  • @RobertPhillipssaysisiapiand
    @RobertPhillipssaysisiapiand Год назад +1

    Again Brad you knocked it out of the park! I'm telling you every Friday this is almost the second thing that I do is watch your video. First being that I get my first cup of coffee. Love the narrative and knowledge.

  • @norinedaw2513
    @norinedaw2513 Год назад

    I look forward to Fridays because of your videos!! The stuff you find, while common to you, is stuff I would never find in my part of the US!! Thanks for showing me the history of our country!!!

  • @HistoryintheHandMetalDetecting
    @HistoryintheHandMetalDetecting Год назад +1

    Another fabulous video, Brad! Your B-Roll feeds our souls…and your finds feed our interest and education!
    I once found a parasol slide; and could tell it was very purposefully built…but ended up throwing it out before learning what it was!?!?! I could kick myself…but at least I kept the ladies' boot heel plate, with a heart cutout from the same site. I only wish I’d been making videos back then…

  • @dougwaites869
    @dougwaites869 Год назад +1

    Growing up in the NEK I appreciate your video. I live in the white mountains and do a fair amount of metal detecting. Enjoy your program very much.

  • @annamarie9858
    @annamarie9858 Год назад +1

    I love Fridays; I watch you before my coffee!
    I’ve been doing some family genealogy, and it turns out that my DNA relatives are mostly located in Vermont and to the northwest of that region. It brings it home that it could have been my family out there homesteading.

  • @davevierthaler8521
    @davevierthaler8521 Год назад +8

    Hey Brad, I am on a cruise in the Mediterranean and have been isolated to my stateroom for 5 days with Covid. I could not wait until today for your vid to drop. Thanks for the great show and a little respite from my situation.

  • @SpottedKusKus
    @SpottedKusKus Год назад

    Fab video..I was inthralled from start to finish. ❤

  • @basshunter4144
    @basshunter4144 Год назад +1

    Brad another awesome video good seeing ya again. The mountains are beautiful ; once again she gives up some of her treasures . What a Friday you get me going in the morning. God bless be safe stay well until next Friday when we meet again ;KEEP DIGGING

  • @stantilton2191
    @stantilton2191 Год назад

    My favorite time of year. I look forward to each video, Thank you.

  • @wandapease-gi8yo
    @wandapease-gi8yo Год назад

    One of the things I look forward to during the Pendleton Round-Up celebrations are the two big parades, one evening and one noon. The great things are the Ox wagons and and horse drawn logging pulls. Both have rows of these bells in several sizes to warn people they were coming! Although one Teamster said his teams liked the sound too.

  • @katherineschriever2892
    @katherineschriever2892 Год назад +1

    Metal detecting presented perfectly, Just enough swinging, digging and cleaning, Images selected to show only interesting things. Discussion of objects found usually brief but sufficient. Brad is respectful of Vermont and its early settlers, Nice job.

  • @mattbyrne1822
    @mattbyrne1822 Год назад

    That Crucifix was absolutely beautiful. Keep up the great work 👍

  • @patriciamarsha7289
    @patriciamarsha7289 Год назад +1

    Love your videos always brings back memories of running thru the woods in Shaftsbury as a kid. Thank you.

  • @sharonmalone8312
    @sharonmalone8312 Год назад

    Great treasures today, thank you for the great videos.

  • @billkaminsky6255
    @billkaminsky6255 Год назад +1

    Quite a interesting array of artifacts. I'm already looking forward to next Friday's video. BTW, I was excited for you when you found the Bell. Keep up the great work. Bill from NC.

  • @earlmacrae
    @earlmacrae Год назад

    Awesome finds, the bell was the greatest! Keep on digging.

  • @virginiawestcot3111
    @virginiawestcot3111 Год назад

    That Crusifixthat Crucifix is gorgeous

  • @roxannaweaver2155
    @roxannaweaver2155 Год назад

    My husband always carried a small pocket knife with him. He used it mostly at his work to deal with things that needed to be scraped off the floor. He was a maintenance guy.

  • @nancythomas1830
    @nancythomas1830 Год назад

    I look forward to my weekly trip to the beautiful mountains of Vermont with you. This New England girl thanks you.

  • @jeffkinslow2529
    @jeffkinslow2529 Год назад

    Thank you for the video ,I look forward to Friday's, and a new video

  • @Carolbearce
    @Carolbearce Год назад +1

    I love the crucifix you found. Amazing finds on this adventure.

  • @didisalyers4460
    @didisalyers4460 Год назад

    I loved the bell today and the cross pendant. Some awesome finds today. I absolutely love your videos. I love your quite educational demeanor.

  • @hardluckclub7271
    @hardluckclub7271 Год назад

    you know brad, i’ve found that exact cross up here in wa. state a couple yrs ago. on mine, the black area behind jesus was leather inset into the brass or bronze. dang near identical!

  • @granddad-mv5ef
    @granddad-mv5ef Год назад +1

    Obviously you were the first to detect this site, and it certainly did not disappoint!

  • @marvmattison5248
    @marvmattison5248 Год назад +1

    Great finds,Brad especially that cross. Really love your music, too. Happy hunting

  • @terryt.1643
    @terryt.1643 Год назад +1

    You find a lot of treasure chest locks, here’s hoping you find one on top of a pile of treasure one day. I love your videos and wish you and your family the best! 🥰💕👍👍

  • @3catmom
    @3catmom Год назад

    Woohoo! A large bell intact!

  • @pacificnorthwestdiggers4205
    @pacificnorthwestdiggers4205 Год назад +2

    Awesome hunt, Brad!! You never cease to amazed me with you editing skills. That old Cross was the owners' treasure for sure!!

  • @kimetherington2252
    @kimetherington2252 Год назад

    Pretty cool finds on this adventure hunt! Keep on diggin...

  • @helenburke9507
    @helenburke9507 Год назад

    Thank you so much for all of the information and a great trip to Vermont. Beautiful. Place. Be safe

  • @brianttanner4997
    @brianttanner4997 Год назад

    Great hunt Brad nice krotel bell and large cents enjoyed the hunt and scenery those folk were poor but had a great life

  • @noonieone7026
    @noonieone7026 Год назад

    Always exciting!

  • @giaatta9303
    @giaatta9303 Год назад +1

    Beautiful cross ! Such a treasure love the music throughout your video

  • @bells1054
    @bells1054 Год назад

    Congrats on the Crotal/Jingle bell. It is at the top of my bucket list! The Crucifix is a phenomenal find! Congrats on finding the large cents and saving history! I enjoy your videos, the music and scenery is just soothing to me.

  • @benpalmer1722
    @benpalmer1722 Год назад

    Nice find!

  • @blackpooldetecting8978
    @blackpooldetecting8978 Год назад

    new subscriber great video and some cool finds love the bell

  • @steveclark4291
    @steveclark4291 Год назад +1

    Thank you Brad for the adventure , seeing some beautiful scenery and amazing finds !

  • @norvalgreenwold7822
    @norvalgreenwold7822 Год назад

    What a beautiful cross! Doesn't get any better when a person has a chance to bring such a personal item back to the light! Love your videos young man!

  • @lindamesa5122
    @lindamesa5122 Год назад +1

    Another day of great finds today Brad! The bells are always my favorite too! I love the way u open our imagination with every find !! The crusevix was beautiful many Irish people who came here would have such a trinket! I'm guessing it was tossed not lost times were tough and faith was lost!

  • @mozhr32
    @mozhr32 Год назад

    I love watching your videos every week! Shows me exactly what I might find right in my back yard here in Vermont! Ant suggestions for a newbie wanting to try this out and what kinda detector I could use? Thanks for all you do!

  • @WizzardofOdds
    @WizzardofOdds Год назад

    They found one of those either the same size or larger on Stealth Diggers video yesterday in New Hampshire I think. It was down a old cart path near the bottom, it probably rolled down there when it fell off 100 plus years ago. It was the guy who found its second bell of the day, the first was a conestoga.

  • @steventowler1302
    @steventowler1302 Год назад +4

    We can only hope that one day you find that treasure chest.

  • @masonmercmetaldetecting
    @masonmercmetaldetecting Год назад +2

    Great video Brad! Love that big crotal bell, crucifix, fern button, and Large cents! You have been killing the Large Cents this year! How come we didn't see the moose skull in the wrap up? I hope you took it with you. Great job sir and see you next Friday!