It started with an uprooted tree in the yard, which left a big hole, which opened a window into the past.
Colonial-era clay pipes and pottery pieces. Hand-forged nails and odd yellow-ish bricks. Tiny coins – one of the oldest types of farthing. And jetons – brass tokens once used for accounting that have rarely been found in this country.
Personal note: The property you’re about to visit belongs to the family of my longtime beau.
Beau? Who uses that word anymore? Indulge me. I’ve been immersed in the olden days.
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amazing!!!!
ReplyDeleteYes, but did anyone hear the tree fall?
ReplyDeleteLots of pipes, hemp and tobacco the two main exportable crops.... hmmmm.
ReplyDeleteI am sorry the tree fell as a nature lover, but the history lover is really excited. So many things left to discover in the most unexpected places! Enjoy!
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