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

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  • @FrednDeeDee
    @FrednDeeDee Рік тому +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.

  • @LunaGrace62
    @LunaGrace62 Рік тому +13

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

    • @mbmochinski
      @mbmochinski Рік тому

      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 Рік тому

      I thought same thing. To big for necklace.

    • @mbmochinski
      @mbmochinski Рік тому +1

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

  • @CC58
    @CC58 Рік тому +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 Рік тому +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 Рік тому +4

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

    • @diane1390
      @diane1390 Рік тому +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 Рік тому +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 Рік тому

      White skin was definitely a sign of an upperclass woman.

  • @standbarrett755
    @standbarrett755 Рік тому +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.

  • @bethcorey6022
    @bethcorey6022 Рік тому +2

    Friday morning coffees and Brad. ❤

  • @peggybaxter8480
    @peggybaxter8480 Рік тому +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 Рік тому +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 Рік тому +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 Рік тому

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

    • @digginwithdude
      @digginwithdude Рік тому

      ​@@peggybaxter8480uhg I bet it's beautiful there

    • @peggybaxter8480
      @peggybaxter8480 Рік тому

      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!

  • @ToddOutdoor
    @ToddOutdoor Рік тому +20

    I absolutely love that crucifix. Another great video!.

    • @annduke5573
      @annduke5573 Рік тому +1

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

  • @johnnydoe66
    @johnnydoe66 Рік тому +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 Рік тому

      Like the writing on the back of the gilded button

  • @DavidDCD999
    @DavidDCD999 Рік тому +5

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

  • @MaxChampagne69
    @MaxChampagne69 Рік тому +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 Рік тому +2

      I was thinking that also part of a Rosary

    • @zekesgirl100
      @zekesgirl100 Рік тому

      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 Рік тому

      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 Рік тому +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 Рік тому +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!

  • @traceebruce
    @traceebruce Рік тому +21

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

  • @user-ey9bt7fs6n
    @user-ey9bt7fs6n Рік тому +4

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

  • @scotttrent9348
    @scotttrent9348 Рік тому +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 UA-cam. 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

  • @offroadjunkie303
    @offroadjunkie303 Рік тому +6

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

  • @sherir4462
    @sherir4462 Рік тому +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 Рік тому

      I agree, Brad and hoover boys my go to first

  • @WayneTheSeine
    @WayneTheSeine Рік тому +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 Рік тому

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

    • @WayneTheSeine
      @WayneTheSeine Рік тому +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.

  • @mickgrant4262
    @mickgrant4262 Рік тому +5

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

  • @jenniferneedham5514
    @jenniferneedham5514 Рік тому +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! ❤

  • @connielipp8648
    @connielipp8648 Рік тому +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

  • @DetectDigSmile
    @DetectDigSmile Рік тому +5

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

    • @janetschmitt6760
      @janetschmitt6760 Рік тому +2

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

  • @DWCNC
    @DWCNC Рік тому +8

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

  • @marcusaurelius2770
    @marcusaurelius2770 Рік тому +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.

  • @grillinandchillinwithdeb
    @grillinandchillinwithdeb Рік тому +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.

  • @TK_in_KY
    @TK_in_KY Рік тому +1

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

  • @math19074
    @math19074 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for posting, Brad.

  • @stanmonk2851
    @stanmonk2851 Рік тому +1

    May God Bless you Brad.
    Happy Friday morning.

  • @SirStixxy
    @SirStixxy Рік тому +2

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

  • @susanpohlers2638
    @susanpohlers2638 Рік тому

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

  • @Treasure-Charger
    @Treasure-Charger Рік тому

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

  • @stevenstark9017
    @stevenstark9017 Рік тому +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.

  • @granvillewooster7673
    @granvillewooster7673 Рік тому +2

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

  • @sueyoung2115
    @sueyoung2115 Рік тому +3

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

  • @shelllinderman2932
    @shelllinderman2932 Рік тому +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!

  • @ChristaFree
    @ChristaFree Рік тому +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.

  • @sickofthissh
    @sickofthissh Рік тому

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

  • @MissLady-pq4hc
    @MissLady-pq4hc Рік тому +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 .❤️

  • @grandmakellymcdonald
    @grandmakellymcdonald Рік тому

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

  • @MayhemProspecting
    @MayhemProspecting Рік тому +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!

  • @stantilton2191
    @stantilton2191 Рік тому

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

  • @Insideoutie
    @Insideoutie Рік тому +1

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

  • @garymartin6066
    @garymartin6066 Рік тому +1

    Awesome finds ; especially the crucifix

  • @ronyoung3699
    @ronyoung3699 Рік тому +1

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

  • @RobertPhillipssaysisiapiand
    @RobertPhillipssaysisiapiand Рік тому +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.

  • @davevierthaler8521
    @davevierthaler8521 Рік тому +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.

  • @vickilewis6730
    @vickilewis6730 Рік тому

    SO cool! Thanks for letting us tag along!

  • @basshunter4144
    @basshunter4144 Рік тому +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

  • @user-Icicleandfireball
    @user-Icicleandfireball Рік тому

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

  • @pacificnorthwestdiggers4205
    @pacificnorthwestdiggers4205 Рік тому +2

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

  • @lisaclayton404
    @lisaclayton404 Рік тому

    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.

  • @relicrat
    @relicrat Рік тому

    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!!!

  • @patriciamarsha7289
    @patriciamarsha7289 Рік тому +1

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

  • @jeffkinslow2529
    @jeffkinslow2529 Рік тому

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

  • @dougwaites869
    @dougwaites869 Рік тому +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.

  • @norinedaw2513
    @norinedaw2513 Рік тому

    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!!!

  • @Carolbearce
    @Carolbearce Рік тому +1

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

  • @didisalyers4460
    @didisalyers4460 Рік тому

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

  • @earlmacrae
    @earlmacrae Рік тому

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

  • @mattbyrne1822
    @mattbyrne1822 Рік тому

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

  • @wildmandigging3486
    @wildmandigging3486 Рік тому

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

  • @marvmattison5248
    @marvmattison5248 Рік тому +1

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

  • @norvalgreenwold7822
    @norvalgreenwold7822 Рік тому

    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!

  • @steveclark4291
    @steveclark4291 Рік тому +1

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

  • @philbartoli2011
    @philbartoli2011 Рік тому +2

    Nice variety of finds congrats 🎉

  • @kimetherington2252
    @kimetherington2252 Рік тому

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

  • @lindamesa5122
    @lindamesa5122 Рік тому +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!

  • @virginiawestcot3111
    @virginiawestcot3111 Рік тому

    That Crusifixthat Crucifix is gorgeous

  • @billkaminsky6255
    @billkaminsky6255 Рік тому +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.

  • @giaatta9303
    @giaatta9303 Рік тому +1

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

  • @markg1490
    @markg1490 Рік тому

    Great way to start my day. Thank you for sharing

  • @helenburke9507
    @helenburke9507 Рік тому

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

  • @craziedigging4590
    @craziedigging4590 Рік тому

    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

  • @janettetippetts7942
    @janettetippetts7942 Рік тому

    It's so fun to watch you find such a wide variety of 'buried treasure'. Thank you for sharing this with the rest of us!

  • @susanhoffman7754
    @susanhoffman7754 Рік тому

    Thank-you Brad another awesome video very enjoyable

  • @terryt.1643
    @terryt.1643 Рік тому +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! 🥰💕👍👍

  • @madmattdigs9518
    @madmattdigs9518 Рік тому +4

    I do a lot of metal detecting myself. One time trading stories with another detectorist, he claimed that he found a gold ring one time, and when he dug it up, it was on a finger… and he proceeded to find a whole body there. Buried in a shallow grave…
    I don’t know if I believe that one. But I guess it’s possible.

    • @cherylradabaugh2720
      @cherylradabaugh2720 Рік тому

      Yikes,I think I would have just let the ring stay where it was found .

    • @swampfizz
      @swampfizz Рік тому

      and he didnt report it

    • @madmattdigs9518
      @madmattdigs9518 Рік тому

      @@swampfizz oh no, he did report it. According to the story, there was a cemetery nearby and it had to be moved because it was flooding and causing problems… so it was not some kind of crime scene. A burial that got away you could say.
      He also told me he could tell the difference between a pull tab and a gold ring with his awesome expensive metal detector so I was suspicious of him right away.

  • @Beforethebeginning
    @Beforethebeginning Рік тому

    Beautiful cross. Beautiful Savior!

  • @infigrins
    @infigrins Рік тому +1

    Awsome day for you, good job

  • @sharonmalone8312
    @sharonmalone8312 Рік тому

    Great treasures today, thank you for the great videos.

  • @bells1054
    @bells1054 Рік тому

    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.

  • @granddad-mv5ef
    @granddad-mv5ef Рік тому +1

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

  • @thereseduke
    @thereseduke Рік тому

    You mentioned little holes in the back of the crucifix . . . Roman Catholic priests would carry a Sacrament kit when they were doing home visits. It contained vials of holy water, a little container for some hosts, and the crucifix would affix to the front of the kit through a keyhole type of connection where the knobs would slide into the holes in the crucifix, and lock it in place. I am just guessing that it could apply to your find, but it's a potential explanation. I've been following you for years. I'm a subscriber and I love your channel. Looks like you've made some changes to your videos; back to the old "tried and true." I like all your work, so whatever you're doing with the channel, I'm a supporter.

  • @rhondaburke5700
    @rhondaburke5700 Рік тому

    Always enjoy the videos.❤

  • @nancythomas1830
    @nancythomas1830 Рік тому

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

  • @wandapease-gi8yo
    @wandapease-gi8yo Рік тому

    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.

  • @masonmercmetaldetecting
    @masonmercmetaldetecting Рік тому +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!

  • @chrisgabbert658
    @chrisgabbert658 Рік тому +1

    The crucifix is very good shape. 👍😊

  • @harridan.
    @harridan. 11 місяців тому

    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.

  • @steventowler1302
    @steventowler1302 Рік тому +4

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

  • @richardthomas1743
    @richardthomas1743 Рік тому

    HEY! Good morning Brad and thumbs UP!

  • @keithloveland3627
    @keithloveland3627 Рік тому

    Love your photography, especially the fungi

  • @annamarie9858
    @annamarie9858 Рік тому +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.

  • @sylviajones4907
    @sylviajones4907 Рік тому

    The crucifix was truly an amazing find!
    Thank you for sharing your adventures.

  • @brianttanner4997
    @brianttanner4997 Рік тому

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

  • @katherineschriever2892
    @katherineschriever2892 Рік тому +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.

  • @noonieone7026
    @noonieone7026 Рік тому

    Always exciting!

  • @bruinsfan8278
    @bruinsfan8278 Рік тому

    Well Done Brad ! Thank U. !

  • @allenbuck5589
    @allenbuck5589 Рік тому

    Always enjoy your videos. Cool history thanks from. Sc

  • @HistoryintheHandMetalDetecting

    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…

  • @karenjones7111
    @karenjones7111 Рік тому

    Phenomenal hunt. Love Love the Cross✌❤