HUGE Gems in the Thames plus loads of amazing mudlarking finds with Si-finds

[@williamfindspeople4341]

Im a retired Environmental Archaeologist. Your garnets come from Fife in place called "Ruby Bay". The blue hole agate, amethyst and smoky quartz come from Scotland and some red and yellow jasper. Neolithic trade beads. Knoydart peninsula on the beaches you can find millions of tiny garnets, known as garnet sand. Good luck mate.

[@stevenhale2935]

How can you tell? Might be a daft question but aren't all the metamorphic provinces of scotland full of garnets?

[@annekabrimhall1059]

You have no idea how valuable this information is to me. I was absolutely dying with curiosity.

[@tommymayfield814]

How about a green rock with a hole at the top in a tear drop shape. Found in the south eastern part of the united states. Any ideas? Very old

[@jakea1035]

Thank you.

[@siiiriously3226]

that´s what i would have said, that it´s much older than sci estimated. they are my favorite find of the day, for sure.

[@margon323]

I’m an elderly and you make my life so interesting watching your videos. I appreciate you.

[@Sifinds]

That’s lovely to hear! Thanks!!

[@jennywalborn7769]

And wow, forgot to say how cool your little artist and his painting turned out! You are so creative Si, love it!!♡

[@Sifinds]

Aw thanks Jenny!

[@margiebrown7436]

@@Sifinds I totally agree! Awesome way to display your bits and bobs... so creative! ♥️♥️♥️

[@litafrench7413]

You never cease to amaze this 73 year old woman, your one of the good guys!

[@alisturkmacnanty1025]

OMGS! I have never wanted to do anything so much in my life! What a GREAT HOBBY!!!

[@pattiefitzpatrick2075]

I'm gobsmacked by the fantastic idea you came up with to display the beautiful pottery shards!

[@Adam-Gates-Mudlark]

Awesome adventure Simon. The oil lamp is a stunning find, so was the 17th century pipe and coins. Loved the up-cycle with the pottery fragments.

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Ad! The oil lamp was an Ottoman pipe 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@marinella9104]

@@SifindsThe oil lamp could be a marvelous Roman lamp ….they had the houses full of these lamps ( some more big ) ….look on publications if I am true or not ….oriental pipe where pictured with red lacquer ….!!

[@nicolawhitemudlark]

Great video. Gorgeous traders. Love the little man at the end x

[@Sifinds]

Thanks so much Nic!!

[@snarkycard]

I like your description of the garnets looking like glowing embers.

[@michelewestover9330]

I thought it was quite apropos as well!!

[@clockwork9827]

yeah, those garnets are really juicy-looking, even in the mud !

[@Sifinds]

Thanks 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@iloveopal1]

I’m drooling over all the river glass you passed up!

[@jeanettesmith8324]

Good afternoon everyone, sending prays to the lady with Covid. Hope you fill better soon. Fantastic finds. Just what we all need. 👍🐺

[@phoebejones2070]

What lady?

[@jeanettesmith8324]

The lady's name is Lillian Ryder. It's some way down the comments now. 👍🐺

[@Sifinds]

👍🏻🐾🧡

[@skyrere]

Amen. Prayer sent up for Lillian Ryder. Covid will not keep you down for long. :)

[@bonnerdebbie]

I love your wire painter and easel , you are very creative. Thanks so much for another "luck in the muck" video. Have a great week Si.

[@Sifinds]

Cheers Debbie

[@TSF-2276]

This reminds me of “desert larking” in New Mexico. I found bisque dolls, coins, keys, and lots of amethyst-colored, manganese glass! Every time there was a wild wind storm, there were new things to find!

[@AuberyMirkwood]

Oh nice! Where at? I'm in the west side of the state. Great arrowheads.

[@callmecarebear3]

Wow, what a great day of finds! And those huge garnets were particularly exciting for this rock hunter :) 🪨💎

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Mudlover! 👣🧡

[@Wvnursey]

Holy barnacles Batman! Those garnets were large by largewest! The Ottoman pipe was a treat too! Great coins and bits and bobs! Awesome as usual! Your wire work is so amazing! Cheers!

[@Sifinds]

Thanks so much Cindy! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@Yunnub]

Some of them rocks are gorgeous 😍

[@juanitaskelton448]

Omg...Si...the artist and easel...fantastic!

[@Sifinds]

Thanks!! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@dalriadaskillen]

Not far from Oliver’s Wharf, next to Wapping Woods, there is a street called Garnet St. Highly appropriate for your finds today, Si. :)

[@Sifinds]

Yes I know it well!! 😉

[@Ogma3bandcamp]

That 'Bird in the Hand' trade token is probably worth two in the bush.

[@BMW7series251]

LoL!!

[@clockwork9827]

thanks ! &thanks for the picture of the signboard for Bird in Hand. heard of it often, but could never really think what it was

[@Sifinds]

Haha

[@imcavdb5465]

Hahaha 😂

[@Katseye102]

How cute is that little wire man/person with a piece of pottery as their painting! Very inventive Si !! I just purchased one of your jars that you had put in resin here in one of your videos.....I am so excited about getting a piece of your artwork! Can’t wait to receive it. I’m sure it will be worth millions one day! (🤔) !!! Actually just having something from one of my favorite Mudlarkers is special enough! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ hope to get some of the jars....or an ink pot one day!! Keep on getting some luck in the muck Si!!! 😄😄🥰

[@NorthernMudlarks]

Really enjoyed this, Si. Love the garnet beads! And the wire artist is adorable - so imaginative! xx

[@Mountlougallops]

Great videography once again, especially liked the view of you scraping away the stones. Brilliant idea of the artist painting at his easel. Not a bad day for a somewhat sludgy one. Beautiful buttons and that trader’s token of your friend’s was incredible. A token in the hand is worth two in the muck. Thanks again Si.

[@Sifinds]

Lol thanks Linda! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@AngieDoesStuff]

I love the history lessons that come along with your finds. Americans don't get much accurate history in school and we certainly don't get much European history besides major battles the like, so videos like these help fill in the blank in a much cooler way than a textbook ever could! Thanks for all you do!

[@Sifinds]

Aw thanks Angie. Much appreciated! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@fishinwidow35]

You're right. We barely get a dusting of history. I do genealogy as a hobby and the history your learn studying that is eyeopening!

[@lillianryder7344]

Thank you for cheering me up👍stuck in bed with Covid a welcome distraction.

[@crystallinewisdom4271]

hope you feel well soon❤️

[@lillianryder7344]

@@crystallinewisdom4271 thank you👍

[@lovelyskull3483]

Get well soon.❤️ Freaking Covid, arrrrgh!

[@20greeneyes20]

Praying you well!!! Lillian take advantage of resting while you can ...

[@lillianryder7344]

@@lovelyskull3483 tx u

[@cattflap1447]

Love the wire artist, very clever and works really well

[@Sifinds]

Thank you! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@margaretgarrett6632]

Love little wire man 😊❤ this is my first time watching l have pressed the BELL 😊

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Margaret! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@drunkdunc8738]

Irish coins are a wise investment, their capitals always Dublin 🍻

[@Sifinds]

Haha very god!

[@ladyoflimerick519]

😂

[@yvonnepagan9912]

Very funny!

[@paxattacks7471]

lol

[@dornierdo2172]

🙄

[@brookedearing7551]

I love your tiny finds!!!! Garnets are my birthstone and yours are very beautiful!!!!

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Mudlover! 👣🧡

[@robertgregson2183]

I would say the neckless was worn by someone and it broke scattering the beads everywhere

[@Sifinds]

Yes I think so too

[@ShortOrderCook]

That sounds like something I do - beads everywhere! 😅

[@maritzarojasjerez4260]

www.beachcombingmagazine.com/blogs/news/mudlarking-the-mystery-of-the-thames-garnets

[@cireenasimcox1081]

That was my initial reaction too - considering none have ever been found anywhere else.

[@dyanekward6346]

Ahh, Simon, you talents are so varied! Love your small wire character! You are truly the artiste!! What an interesting conglomeration of finds...how fun! Thx for yet another intriguing trip to the fore shore.

[@jennywalborn7769]

Those holed garnets are my fav! Too cool, I would love one to string on my necklace! That patch you found was the best!♡♡♡

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Jen. Maybe I’ll give them to Wendy to thread on some silver somehow

[@luanncrownover4]

Love the little artist! Interesting video with lots of great finds. Thanks!

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Luann!

[@dvillebenny1445]

Thanks again for the latest episode of "Sci-Finds vs Thames mud!"

[@Sifinds]

Lol my pleasure

[@patcheslove5139]

So glad to see you . Love your videos . I get to see you find things I never would see otherwise . Thank you .

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Mudlover! 👣🧡

[@Beth_D]

As soon as this is all over I'm getting my permit and coming to the Thames! My pockets will be full in seconds! 🥰

[@Sifinds]

You know it!

[@Lillith-z6o]

I'm just looking at all the pretty stones saying I'd ave that one or ooooohh look at that one lol 🤣

[@clairewright8153]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 do you have to have a permit ?

[@Beth_D]

@@clairewright8153 Yes you do. Si has put a link in the discription. Are you thinking of coming over to the UK? 🇬🇧🙂

[@rubywilcox7405]

The artist and easel idea is just so very clever! Lovely!

[@Efffi]

in archeology we know of metals that were cast in shape and then tied together with ropes for transport. With the granate, it looks more like a hole has been drilled in order to later process the stone into a pearl. it is much easier to drill a hole through the raw stone than through a small bead

[@courtneyotter7296]

Cant think of a better way to spend my Sunday watching si ❤

[@Sifinds]

👍🏻🐾🧡

[@snuugumz]

When i saw your wire artist, i was immediately reminded of John Lennon’s illustrations for his books, IN HIS OWN WRITE and A SPANIARD IN THE WORKS. That’s decent company, says i!

[@Sifinds]

Wow it is. Thank you!!

[@invokalink162]

YES! I KNEW it reminded me of some illustrations and that was it!

[@suetaylor5186]

Marvellous as ever Si xx so exciting what you find

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Sue 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@isandie]

Nicks last “garnet bead thing” looked to have an R carved into it!

[@empireofpeaches]

Lots of great finds, I love those garnets. Si your little wire artist is very cleverly made.

[@Sifinds]

Thank you!

[@1mmickk]

The legend is that during WW2 a manufacturing jewelers was hit by a bomb and the contents were blown to kingdom come, thousands of gems ending up in the Thames or being washed into the Thames later on when rain and gravity took over.

[@Sifinds]

Possibly, but they turn up all over and garnets wouldn’t travel that far

[@georgiewalker1069]

Oh god Simon, those garnets! Lucky fish you 🐠 great interesting finds and you are clever ... cute little artist and canvas 💫

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Georgie!

[@mattw4547]

I really wish I has such an amazing river by me, all i find is fishing gear and floating trash, which we pick up, some day I'll find something! Some day! Thanks SI!

[@Sifinds]

Keep going Matt, and may the luck in the muck be with you!

[@markallchorn2438]

Love the artist and his easel Si, great finds too

[@mikereilly7629]

The garnet beads may be neolithic.they appear to be hand drilled..I live in America;they resemble the ancient beads I find in arizona.

[@Sifinds]

Now that would be amazing!

[@daveyjoweaver5183]

Fine Adventure, Fine Finds, Fine Jewels, Buttons and Coins and Fine Art! And a Fine Thank You Si Finds! DaveyJO in Pa.

[@Sifinds]

Thanks DJ!

[@giaatta9303]

Hey Si I faithfully watch your amazing channel! I love it! My green upcycled Victorian bottle...now vase ( that you upcycled) ! It was gifted to me because my niece knew how much I love your channel. It connects me to the “luck in the muck” community! I appreciate it so much. Thanks for alllllll you do to teach, entertain and appreciate the English history!!

[@Sifinds]

That’s so great to hear! And yes you are one of the gang!! Stay safe Mudlover!

[@sarah3136]

I ADORE the little artist and easel! 😃

[@gertsgarden]

Thanks for sharing you muddy adventures with the world during the pandemic and other unsettling events in this new year. It is a delightful place to escape to. I have learned so much from you and The other Larkers and it is so nice to see you all do your thing and not have cold hands and wet feet to feel the thrill of finding a blue marble or a bone button, or a shard of pottery with beautiful picture hidden for years behind a layer of delightful mud!!

[@Sifinds]

Well said. Thank you so much for watching and your kinds words. Peace ☮️

[@carolliptrot1248]

Been watching all your videos during the lockdowns and not only have I learned so many things but shown them to my 6 yr old granddaughter who was fascinated by what you find. Brilliant!

[@annmccaffrey7900]

The Chumash Indians on the California coast used to trade with shells and drilled holes to keep them on a string......what if....just what if your garnets were much MUCH older than you think?

[@aussiej2973]

and cave men millions of years before them

[@adkviking69shofner98]

Saxon probably Viking Neolithic would use jet

[@jennyhaswell2620]

I love you painter , with his easel. Fantastic.

[@katepsaltis4122]

I'm from Canada, so I find it fascinating that you have been able to find items as old as you have by walking along a river or other body of water.

[@MarcieFoster]

Northern Ontario has a lot of great pickings

[@skybluepink998]

I love your pottery shard paintings! Very clever!

[@Sifinds]

Thanks!

[@weeu1]

The chunk of silver looked like the shape of a tooth, made for someone who needed one I guess...Maybe a pirate ARRRRR 10:25/23:32

[@yvonnepagan9912]

I thought that too when I first saw it. But did they have that technology way back then/when?

[@theresabraddock9310]

also what looks like a teeny pipe bowl 23:32

[@user-up5gu9xm7k]

Yes I thought tooth too!

[@kathisease9924]

Ah Simon, you never let the viewer down. That little sculpture with wire and china shard is amazing! What wonderful finds you had. The garnets a really intriguing. I love them especially with the holes drilled in them. It just adds to the mystery. Thanks for sharing:)

[@Sifinds]

Aw thanks Kathi - appreciate that!

[@christian66ca]

Simon... My birthday is in 4 days and my birth stone is garnet. a nice garnet set in a 16th century gold ring encrusted with diamonds would be wonderful!!!

[@julzmgrforll7278]

Me too! Happy birthday to us.

[@SammyJaneD]

Mine in 3 days 😁

[@Sifinds]

Happy birthday To all the January babies!

[@jamieb3318]

Mine is in 9 days. Happy B-day!

[@cynthiaoxley4930]

The artist and easel was the best piece of art i have seen in years!! Great work!

[@leslyeglover2761]

The drilled garnets could have been sewn to clothing.

[@maiaallman4635]

It's so much fun to go treasure hunting with you!

[@Sifinds]

Great to have you!! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@podunk_woman]

I always enjoy your videos, but this Sunday morning it's an especially great escape from the political turmoil here in the US. A reason to smile awhile.

[@Sifinds]

Thanks pal!

[@silverrose7554]

Sounds of sand paper first thing in the morning is lovely !!

[@Sifinds]

Someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed

[@sunshine000000ful1]

Are you still in lockdown? Are u able to lark during this time or is this old footage?

[@Sifinds]

So many demanding questions

[@sunshine000000ful1]

@@Sifinds lol! Just wondered if u were allowed out to mudlark in lockdown as the prior lockdown people were unable to! Nice finds!

[@michaelboyle9889]

Love the artist painting his picture great piece of workmanship awesome video Simon can wait for the next one 👍👍

[@Sifinds]

Cheers!

[@cireenasimcox1081]

Guys, I've never been able to help with any of your mysteries - but I can tell you something about part of the finds you come across often: the halfpennies. Whether spelled that way or abbreviated to 'ha'penny', the word was ALWAYS pronounced "HAYp'nees". In other words - it never was pronounced the way it was spelt. One of those very English things like Cholomondy = Chumly and Breeches = britchiz? Or purely to make clear the value of the coin? Bit of both, probably. (It's part of a natural process in English called haplology: such as when 'library is pronounced lib'ry; & probably is commonly pronounced prob'ly. OK, that wasn't as interesting as most of your info. But for everyone born after about the 1970s it could be a little bit int'resting?

[@sheiladickerson5198]

Beautiful job Si!❤❤❤❤

[@waynerosiesharman6073]

Loved it Si! You don’t think the little metallic blob could’ve be a tooth filling......! 😬👍❤️

[@lisestanley4330]

One of your best vids IMO.. love love love your shard artist friend. Very clever.

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Lise!

[@leonepicton5323]

That was another wonderfully entertaining vid. Thanks. And the wire figure is a bit of genius!

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Leone!

[@jerrihanson1593]

Si that was so cute what you made with the piece of pottery and wire, very nice

[@steviefox6646]

SO Creative! Si, you are such a creative person! God bless! Stevie, QUEEN Creek, Arizona

[@susanmorris3068]

The artist at the easel is awesome! So clever! Love your videos.

[@Sifinds]

Thanks!

[@Catmoore60]

What a great way to display the amazing shards you find! This makes the individual stunning shard the focus, while a mosaic blends many. I love it!

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Cath!! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@janahertzberg6485]

Garnets are my favorite! Those are beautiful! Awesome creation with the easel and painter! Love it!

[@karenpelletier5707]

What a clever little display stand! Some nice finds today. Stay safe and well!

[@julielumsden5184]

Wow what a surprise, a clay pipe never would have even thought of a pipe. An amazing way to show the shards of pottery you are very creative.

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Mudlover! 👣🧡

[@juliettechappel1256]

Fantastic sculpture Si and a great mudlarking adventure ❤️

[@bethbranson9050]

Love love love the easel and artist showcasing your special pottery find!!!

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Beth!

[@glennaw1547]

Super finds today. Good haul for your time.

[@christhompson4270]

Me again, i love your easel and artist holding the piece of pottery 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Mudlover! 👣🧡

[@shhhhquitethyme]

What an excellent way to enjoy a Sunday morning with a cuppa coffee and Si! I adore the little artist and his easel. Thank you for spreading joy across the pond.

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Janine! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@vivsalittlebitcrafty4854]

Oh Si I love the artist at the end, so original!!

[@christhompson4270]

Im stuck in bed in agony and you have made my day, so thank you. I would love just one little garnet from my place of birth as they are stunning. Thank you so much for sharing your awesome mud lark. With much love and blessings to you and your family and stay safe and well please, looking forward to seeing you next week with another awesome video. 🙏🙏🙏🥰🥰🥰🤗🤗🤗👏👏👏👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️🌟🌟🌟🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Mudlover! 👣🧡

[@cynthiaragan4806]

Terrific Finds. Love your creativity for your pottery shards. Very original.

[@messigypsi8560]

I absolutely love your little artist sculpture for displaying your shards of pottery scenes beautifully clever!

[@Sifinds]

Thank you so much! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@rogerdempsey7227]

Awesome day for you guys outdoors and the first time of the year sweet 👍🌟

[@elenamarler5084]

Loved the little wire man painting on pottery shard! So unique!

[@cynthiajenkins6835]

Great finds. Love the London views. Beautiful.

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Mudlover! 👣🧡

[@letticason8435]

❤️ Thank you for sharing your time mudlarking.

[@piggiesparadise1991]

Loved your little wire peace of art at the end, your very artistic si xx

[@007Vixenful]

Some great varied little finds this episode Si....and love your little wire creation. That piece of pottery is gorgeous! ❤

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Vicky! 👍🏻🧡🧡

[@hartsm76]

Oh my goodness!!!! The little frame is awesome!!!! I love it so much.

[@carlahildebrand1544]

I believe that I could sit in one spot admiring the lovely rounded stones, bits of metal, and just about anything all day! The foreshore is so rich in historical items! Thanks for taking us and explaining what you have found and how these things were used. Loved the little artist! Clever of you!

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Carla! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@alisavogt2892]

Love your display design and all your wonderful treasures!

[@tessgilmore4260]

Oh my goodness I love that little man with his painting🎨 its just so clever the way you did that, I have never seen a pipe like that before I did think it was an oil burner of sorts, You did do well with all the finds, yet another really good video,📹 thank you happy mud larking👍.

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Tess!!

[@mariebonfiglio2063]

Once again Simon you are truly amazing. Love your finds and especially your art wire design. Thank you for sharing... can’t wait to see your next project.

[@Sifinds]

Thanks Marie! 👍🏻🐾🧡

[@beverlymartin1414]

Excellent ! Happy to see you and your mixed media creation of the artist and the porcelain piece was amazing !

[@amandabell8827]

Hi Si, I would not have known that 'oil lamp' was a pipe! I fully expected you to say it was an offering.....amazing find! The garnets would make a stunning bracelet and your artist and easel are inspired! You really are so clever to think of making these things! Great video x

[@Sifinds]

Aw thanks Amanda! 👍🏻🐾🧡