Relics & Artifacts - DigTreasures Forum https://digtreasures.com/community/relics-artifacts/ DigTreasures Discussion Board en-US Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:14:05 +0000 wpForo 60 18th Century Brass Crotal Bell in Ringing Condition https://digtreasures.com/community/relics-artifacts/18th-century-brass-crotal-bell-in-ringing-condition/ Mon, 27 Jul 2026 23:16:49 +0000 Complete bell with maker marks and intact internal pea.

]]> Relics & Artifacts Dig Treasures https://digtreasures.com/community/relics-artifacts/18th-century-brass-crotal-bell-in-ringing-condition/ Beginner guide to identifying old buttons and buckles https://digtreasures.com/community/relics-artifacts/beginner-guide-to-identifying-old-buttons-and-buckles/ Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:10:05 +0000 Buttons and buckles can reveal a surprising amount about the age and use of a site.

Look closely at construction method, shank style, decoration, maker marks, metal type and dimensions. Post photographs of both the front and back whenever possible.

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Before removing rust, photograph the object and note its dimensions, shape and context. Identification first is often safer than aggressive cleaning.

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