I Never Imagined I'd Find Something This Perfect After 100 Years in the Mud - Mudlarking The Thames

[@no-oneinparticular7264]

I remember the "I am brett" episode 😂. I also remember telling you I had a Lambretta LI 150 scooter in the 60s. I was shouting at the TV at the time 😂. I will definitely try and get a t shirt ❤.

[@medievalladybird394]

I think there were quite a few of us shouting at the screen 😂 What I still haven't found out, is why I recognized the sign in the first place. My siblings are quite adamant that our father never owned a Lambretta, but had only a Zündapp Bella. This was in the late fifties. And I was as proud as Punch when father fetched me from school on his scooter.

[@ginavandam735]

So, it is not I am brett, but Lambretta ...finally...😂

[@michelehood8837]

I remember that episode, too! Very cool!

[@Londonechoes]

😂

[@ihas23crayons58]

The smiley face made out of random bits and pieces was super cute.

[@ihas23crayons58]

About the 13:40 mark for anyone interested

[@nurpahlawani27]

True❤

[@louisdebeer9596]

I rewind a couple of times to make sure I have not imagined it :), very cool.

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

made us pay attention!

[@SustenanceNCovering]

I'm pretty sure that Eagle button is a US Air Force uniform button.

[@christineberry3076]

It was doing it the right way, was your clue, to the ol pipe(?)

[@vickinoeske1154]

Yes😊

[@kayesdigginit1519]

Yay, my service ❤

[@darrylwillett8359]

U.S. Army button.

[@Objective-Observer]

That is definitely an American Eagle for a military Service, but I'm not well versed in the service buttons for WWII.

[@douglassiemens4245]

The eagle button is from the U.S. Military, and from my research, seems to be from the army in World War I, so the same time line as the French flag bearer figure. The U.S. Army had similar styled buttons in both world wars (I remember seeing eagle buttons on my father's WW II uniform), but the brass from which they were made was a little different between wars. The WW I had the color more similar to what you found, while the WWII button took on a slightly different patina. And I laughed at the I am Brett shirt because I recalled the episode immediately. An all time classic moment in mudlark history!

[@normsti000]

The button looks WW2 to me.

[@mylilywhitea3551]

That gosling stretch was too adorable!

[@MattBannan]

THE SOLDIER CAME OUT AMAZING 👏!!!

[@aengusmacnaughton1375]

Simon has revealed his daytime job!!! Fashion model!

[@annescott2748]

At least one of those images deserves the GQ cover 😊

[@fanroche8573]

he is an adonis for sure

[@annamarie9858]

@@annescott2748 the tree one had me in stitches! 🤣🤣

[@deeannmcginnis2115]

I love the little soldier with his flag. It is always incredible to me that something so fragile can be tossed around a river and come out whole.

[@lauralake7430]

Poor little boy who dropped his flag bearer over the edge!

[@lindagomez3114]

Pigeon pool party and foreshore yoga, adorable 🥰🥰🥰, cool finds. The lead soldier is amazing 🤩

[@vickinoeske1154]

It's amazing that the lead soldier still had his head.😊 A day of lovely finds.❤

[@teptime]

I love that you give these average, unextraordinary people of another age a moment to be remembered. History retains the names of rulers and heroes, but Joe Anyman remains lost to time eternal.

[@bobsylvester88]

Maybe it would be interesting to look up the living relatives and of those long forgotten people and share the story of how you found something from their life.

[@janmitchell641]

@@bobsylvester88she has actually done that a couple of times!

[@bigbandsrock1]

You are fantastic!! How I enjoy viewing your mudlarking!! What amazing fun!! I’m originally from Los Angeles live in Oregon now for many years but have found many incredible oddities junking and visiting many sales through the years but have never hunted along the shores. Something I’ll have to try someday!! Thank you for inspiring others to “seek and find” for endless adventures and for sharing these wonderful finds of yours with all of us on KZbin!! ❤️🙌💐

[@nicolawhitemudlark]

Thank you so much ❤️ xxx

[@trappedinkalifornee]

That baby bird stretch is priceless !😃😃👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@johnlaking9886]

Love the 'I AM BRETT ' t-shirt

[@mrshannonite4016]

Classic t shirt for a classic mudlarking moment :)

[@angelaingram4473]

My husband Brett wants one!

[@dennispiciullo8060]

Yes I did do something I love, I'm a bottle collector, I picked up some pretty cool small bottles, ty Nicola

[@Saprobe1]

Loved the yoga shore baby. Simon's design is amazing, but I think Simon missed his true calling in life, fashion model!! Thanks for another great video!

[@buzzawuzza3743]

I remember the Lambretta episode and was impressed by your honesty and humility in making a harmless mistake and not editing it out. My best to you and yours, greetings from the Arizona desert.

[@ryders_mom]

Greetings from Florida, USA. I just unearthed the same button while metal detecting in my back yard this past spring. It is a US Army Great Seal military button from World War 1.

[@nicolawhitemudlark]

Thank you!

[@steveshepherd2712]

" I am Brett" T- shirt ! 😆🛵🇨🇦

[@sophiedereans]

And Nicola looks really good in it!

[@janiebennett5645]

The button is a WWII Army Eagle Wheat Shield 13 Stars military button 1940's. Made by NS Meyer of New York, USA. Lovely find. I'm also quite impressed with how clean your soldier turned out. I also loved your Lion!! Brilliant, Nic!! I'm loving all your finds. I hope you have a blessed Sunday.🦁

[@thurin84]

ww1. ww2 was more brass as opposed to the bronze of ww1. and there were a number of makers including a bunch around scoville.

[@seasmacfarlane6418]

Thank you for another interesting, beautiful, and very absorbing video. The more disabled I become, the more I take pleasure in videos of this kind, because as I've said before, you make it seem almost as good as walking alongside you, and I really appreciate all the time and effort you put in to share such great moments with us all. God bless you. 😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤ Edit: the eagle button is, as others have said, from a US Army uniform, most likely.😊

[@carolmchargue7746]

Your model was perfect. I almost choked on my coffee when I saw the tree pose. Thanks for giving me an unexpected laugh this morning. I may have to get some shirts!!

[@kittykatty2898]

Nicola, I am absolutely amazed how you are able to spot all these treasures , I am looking at the spot you are pointing and focusing on something , thinking it is something , and you just magically pull a coin or a pipe or a button just from a different spot! I guess one can train the eye after a while but you are really fantastic at finding all these historic items👌👌👌I am in awe. I love old " stuff" , old objects with a soul , old witnesses to the days gone by ... I love that you are finding them and preserving them . xxx

[@kathimorrical9912]

Nicola does have the advantage of 3-D, whereas we are limited to 2D. It happens to me each time, I'm saying " ooo, a coin,"and shes pulling up a pipe 2 feet from where I'm looking ( maybe 6 inches, but I'm miles away). I do so enjoy your forays on the foreshore, than Ky s for letting us join!

[@joburrow9863]

Greetings from Kernersville, North Carolina, USA….I thoroughly enjoyed your “mudlarking” video. I loved every item you found, but that little soldier stole my heart. I guess, because my brothers played with army men when were kids in the late ‘50’s and early ‘60’s…..such sweet nostalgia. You have such a pleasant manner and I want to thank you for sharing with us.

[@bonnerdebbie]

I was smiling from the moment we moved to the studio and I saw your T shirt. At least we know you keep it real!! Love your finds today, I knew the one button was from the US but do not know when, I am sure you will get an answer before too long. Thanks Nicola, I hope you tape your presentation for the Totally Thames festival for those of us that will be unable to attend. Have an awesome week!!!

[@sesemer]

I remember "I am brett" 😂 . How many beautiful finds ❤

[@SharonPadget]

The lead soldier was amazingly preserved. I love your merch. Thanks for sharing your Thames adventure with us. ❤

[@glendahilsinger4360]

All of your finds are wonderful. Your room with your collections Is amazing😊

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

A small Museum !

[@katepoole6891]

It's amazing how clay pipes could stay intact for all those centuries. Really, really loved that toy soldier. He is incredibly detailed.

[@juliebates5315]

Sweetest gosling doing yoga !!! What a lovely solider reveal ! Great day out ! ❤️🦘

[@kayesdigginit1519]

Aw that gosling was so cute stretching 😍

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

Something very young against all that history !! 🪿

[@victorcarmelo8606]

Did I see a fruppenny bit by your thumbnail whilst you were checking out Percy in the beginning of the video? Nice finds again and lovely you mentioned Brett again, I fancy a T-Shirt like that! Always nice to see you on the foreshore, miss London. Thanks for sharing.

[@lovedaybebe5881]

I just love the Percy Peg token 🙏🏻 and that pipe 👌 ahhh the I am Brett episode , takes me back ! So cute 🥰

[@iansuehooper7542]

Good old Thames, giving you another haul of some lovely finds. Top find was the toy soldier, not that the others were far behind. And then you crown the video with those gorgeous segments of the geese and their goslings, the one doing the “ yoga” was a joy. Thank you as always Nicola.

[@nicolawhitemudlark]

Thanks Ian and Sue xx

[@louisegogel7973]

Very fun interesting and funny video. Tyvm.

[@imawehole]

Simon is so cheeky. He never ceases to amuse me. He's the type of person you long to just want to be around. So good natured. You both are incredible people.

[@nicolawhitemudlark]

That's so kind of you to say xx

[@imawehole]

@nicolawhitemudlark would love to meet you the next time your on the east side of the US. Saw you were over not to long ago. Hopefully make it to the UK sometime. Would love to walk the riverfront. Just love the history on your side of the pond.

[@n.o.9575]

19:50 I do actually get the heebie jeebies when you rub coins with your thumb! I don't know why.. its a sensory thing.. I think, "oh please stop rubbing it with your thumb.."... it's like I can feel your fingerprints rubbing the raised imprint and I can't cope.. funny other people experience this feeling too!! 😂

[@deloradeabel8487]

I found an eagle military button 30 years ago(my digging days)3000 ft. Up in the Sierra Nevada Foothills,the dump was from 5 hotels that provided rooms for gold miners near one of the biggest mines in this area!I love when you crack yourself up Si does it & so does Sarah from Manchester Mudlarks!Great lark lady!

[@gregbiggs7564]

Great US Army button at the beginning 🤩🤩 always a grand Lark !!!!!!! Cheers Nicola ✌️✌️🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@dinahjackson8146]

You and Northern Mudlarks, BEST VIDEO'S EVER! ❤ Reunion of SERVICE MEN.🥰

[@zeenatbaer138]

Loved that classic 'I am brett' moment !! Great t-shirt ❤ and other merch.. hilarious model by the way 😂

[@kittyr6534]

When you first exclaimed “Percy!” I instantly thought of Thomas the Tank Engine’s little green best friend 😊 I thought I saw a coin in the top right corner of the screen as you were putting Percy in your bag, but it was so obvious and you’re so good at spotting the most hard-to-see / camouflaged things I thought it must have been just a bit of stuff. There were quite a few bits and pieces in that spot I’d’ve loved to pick up and examine though! I clocked your I am Brett t-shirt straight away and had a good chuckle. Simon is so sweet, such a good sport - nearly as gorgeous as you 😊 Your videography is such a treat to watch, I love this one in particular, the way you frame the patterns under the bridges etc. And the fun faces you pop in - I love that you take the time to make them for us, it shows how you’re really thinking about your viewers while you’re filming. I hope you have a great week, Nicola.

[@nicolawhitemudlark]

Thank you! Such a lovely comment which has made me smile today xxx

[@sls1776]

The baby ducky stretching was adorable! ❤

[@margidaly6874]

Love the T shirts. I remember when you found the I Am Brett sign. Such fun. Great video thanks for this.

[@Nicole-pg5lk]

Loved the smiley face you put together on the ground🙂. What a treasure is the led soldier, he is still so perfect! Simon is just the best friend, thanks for the smile on my face just now. I also remember the I am Brett episode😅. Have a good week, love, Nicole ❤.

[@araceliferreira6808]

Hi, Nicola! I'm always waiting for your video every week. I enjoy watching you, from the USA.

[@mink5]

Oh Nicola!! There you go again, picking up then taking home, a soldier. 🙂😀❤ (I couldn't resist.)

[@robertballard8833]

13:42 center - I see what you did there! Love your beautiful sense of humor.

[@jerisunderwood6406]

I can't believe the timing hearing about the Thames Festival! We will be spending 2 weeks in London Sept 11-24 (coming from Seattle USA). I am now knee-deep into the Festival website, scoping out fun things to do while we are there. Sad we won't be there for your talk but who knows, maybe we will cross paths? 🥳

[@matthewspencer5086]

I enjoyed reading "I am Brett" more on Nicola's contours than on Simon's, but I am glad that Simon realised the importance of the Cormorant when designing the logo. With reference to the bathing pigeons: Because my cats had been drinking out of a big bird bath much frequented by woodpigeons, I tried to avoid any potential conflicts by buying the cats a nice big earthernware dish with a silicone rubber base, so it could sit on a paving stone without wobbling as the cats drank. The blackbirds immediately said "ta, that'll do!" and adopted the cat water dish as *their* bath and the cats, who do not pick fights with the blackbirds and their stabby beaks, went back to the big bird bath. The next thing I knew was a sudden cloud of pigeon-feathers! I am being called away by a distant meowing coming through an open window...

[@divaden47]

Ah, this is so cool! Such a great story!! Literally!! My bird bath water is usually sullied by the Magpies dropping in clumps of bread to soften it, and then leaving the majority of it behind so rendering it useless for bathing!! I don't imagine my PIggies (my flock nickname) fancy getting soggy bread in their wings!!

[@matthewspencer5086]

@@divaden47 There used to be a pair of crows living near "Longholme" on the river Ouse in the middle of Bedford, and they used to drop little bits of bread (stolen from the swans and geese) in a little pool that had formed behind a gap in the steel reinforcements securing the river bank. Minnows would swim up to eat the bread, and the crows would catch and eat the minnows! The River Authority spoilt the fun by replacing all the old steel piles, though.

[@Catmoore60]

My favorite is the lion. Such detail, and realism! Kids had such great toys back then, if you overlook the neurotoxin!

[@WonderfulWorld316]

Some nice finds again. The soldier and the very early pipe are fab. + the 'yoga gosling' was just lovely. 😊

[@richardbrady2818]

Lots of Love to you Nicola, all the way from Newcastle, Oklahoma, just love all your videos, you are amazing !!!

[@carlaharper2118]

I'm in Tuttle and I really enjoy her videos too😊

[@AbuPaul]

Yes! another amazing Nicola video to wake up to, coffee in hand, and a great way to start a Sunday 😊

[@bethsmith3421]

Great Sunday adventure, Nicola. I love Simon's design of your logo and the photos of him showing some of the pieces with it.

[@divaden47]

It never ceases to amaze me that something as fragile as a clay pipe, especially one from the 17th. century, can survive for over 300 years on the Thames foreshore after countless tidal washes!

[@kathleenstraube5356]

Noticed your t-shirt right away! I remember the video fondly. Clever girl making a t-shirt. Love to you.

[@MadelineRose-ep7fj]

At 13:52 there is a cute face inside the top of a pipe😊. Love Si-Finds logo and would love to see a hat with visor in design in upcoming sales. Best part of any video is the Emperor gosling doing yoga on the Thames foreshore! 😊😊

[@andygoldensixties4201]

The best use of lead: making soldiers, not killing them (Glory to the French flagbearer and to the mudlarker with the Lambretta shirt)

[@helenalderson6608]

Wow! I can't believe how intact the soldier toy is!

[@Victor-z7t6q]

Love the history and the humour Nicola, keep up the good work.

[@susanlenk9284]

What a model you had in Si........lol. Good job all round.

[@janmitchell641]

Wow, a 400 year old intact pipe! Fantastic finds, Nicola.

[@carolinewithers1647]

Simon is such a ham!! Great pix. Particularly enjoyed the gosling in addition to all of your wonderful finds. Cheers!!

[@daviddarrall9384]

There's enough on that foreshore to keep you going for a century! Well done, nice interesting video 😊 UK

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

I know it might be too destructive, but can you imagine if they could dredge or dig deeper and go thru the fine? wow

[@phoebeandtilly]

Love your inclusion of the shore birds in your videos ❤. I used to volunteer at Save Our Seabirds in Sarasota, FL

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

I know that group, I lived near Tampa. I'm in N.C. and there are waterfowl rescues here. TY for helping.

[@phoebeandtilly]

@@KindCountsDeb3773 - Very rewarding. I’m 75 now and the work, particularly in the Summer, can be a bit much. I still do a bit here and there.

[@DianeGraham-od7ow]

Hahaha I remember the “ I am Brett “ episode - you helped a lot of people through Lockdown ❤

[@katherinefitzpatrick446]

What a wonderful logo! Nice colors. It represents you so well. Great work, Si!

[@mikaelnaslund2964]

I have to say, now i think i know the exitement of mudlarking. It is like a treasure hunt😊Like when i go out with my goldpan and shovel and fishing rod in small streams. I do not know what men wants, i just know what this man want. Thank you for your films!!!

[@gillstephenson1563]

Absolutely love your t shirt. I remember the video. Brilliant.

[@lovelyskull3483]

Love your t-shirt Nicola. I do remember you finding it. Thank you for this wonderful video. Cheers. Si is a hot model😀.

[@lupinelinda]

Google morning, dear Nicola. ThevUS button you found is a copper and bronze WWI button. Love watching your adventures. The little pipe was amazing! As was the little solder! Big hugs from across the pond.

[@VickiLong-v4m]

I love your I Am Brett Tee Shirt. Love the video where that inspiration came from. Love all your advice. Peace to All from Illinois USA

[@lynnaharlan2729]

I love this mudlarking. How wonderful to find historical pieces! I am a beach comber. Not much med here. I live in Ca USA. I love the treasure hunt. I resale on line. I am always looking for old pieces to offer my customers. Thank you for sharing your hunting with us all! Please stay safe! Love to you❤!

[@aicirtkciub9167]

Si is such an incredible artist Good choice to get him to make the logo for you ! ❤

[@SmallWonda]

Aw, thanks, Nicola - I wish!! I really like Si's design, just perfect, really sweet and I'm glad to see your friends The Swans front & center! Brilliant - you guys are clever. Have a fun week.

[@SallyAnn191]

I remember the 'I am Brett' episode and like many of your viewers, shouting at the screen. The T shirts are a great idea. I loved the little one doing its yoga. x

[@maryhelen1011]

I laughed as soon as I saw your tshirt! It was a sweet funny moment made funnier by you laughing at it too! Love you Nicola! You never change much, still beautiful, sweet, funny and an awesome history buff! ❤❤❤

[@rebeccabryden5529]

The "I am Brett" episode still cracks me up! Thanks for your videos, Nickola!

[@grandee4383]

I’m so tickled you had the I Am Brett shirt made but thrilled about the striped one. It screams Nicola White!! Great finds in this video!! I think that is one of the smallest pipe bowls I remember you showing. I absolutely love the soldier! Amazing how well it was preserved. Can’t wait until my next history lesson from you my friend I’ve yet to meet!! Much love from DeeAnn🇺🇸

[@talcadetector4018]

Felicitaciones amiga, 🙋‍♂️🇨🇱😊🙏💞💞🇬🇧

[@susancousins8766]

Your finds are great I like military buttons so much. My brother was in the army when the Vietnam war began. He passed away with prostrate cancer from Agent Orange. Love the military lead person, coins, and everything else you found. Your shirts, bags and cups are awesome Simon did a fantastic job modeling everything. The logo he made is beautiful. I had a hard time with him doing the tree modeling, I laughed so hard almost busting my gut. He is a crazy guy 😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@cathrynhesketh5703]

You had a brother to be proud of.im sure you treasure his bravery and his memory ❤

[@karenpelletier5707]

I had a good chuckle over the i am brett tee shirt! The button is definitely US army, the soldier and pipe are great finds!

[@jillmoorhouse8888]

Wow that toy soldier looked perfect. I remember the 'i am Brett' video well and i love the t shirt. Great merch and a very handsome model with all the right poses :) Great video from gosling yoga to wonderful finds,perfect x x

[@debiesubaugher]

Wow that clunky lead soldier is so well preserved! I'm astonished. ❤

[@superbellabeau]

I remember I am Brett! Love the t-shirt and Si the model! I'll be in London in the middle of September so hopefully I can see some of the Thames festival events! Loves all your finds especially the amazing soldier and pipe! 😊😊❤

[@ChrisSmith-ls7mb]

Hello Nicola Love the tee shirt brought a big smile to my face. Thanks for the great videos. Take care Chris and Sandra of Canada.

[@clarefoskett9959]

The pipes are beautiful, I love them so much.

[@sandramajeau2829]

Little goose is adorable

[@melissalillegard7945]

I looks like an American Air Force button. That is an awesome find and might be rare on your end of the world. That piece of glass has your last name on it so your fish will have your signature in it

[@birdie399]

Thanks brett for another very interesting video. I always look forward to your presentations.

[@bramfelder100]

Greetings from Hamburg, Germany. I love to watch your Videos on rainy sunday afternoons having a cup of coffee.

[@nicolawhitemudlark]

That sounds perfect! I'm glad you enjoy them 😘

[@maarinabudd]

What beautiful metallic finds! The milk bottle I think is an old Coronet Milk Bottle and Coronet Dairy was indeed encompassed and was later bought out by United Dairies. I found a similar one a few weeks ago which had a slightly different crown/coronet detailing on it. Seeing you finding the Lambretta badge clip always makes me smile xx

[@Emma-si5bs]

Fantastic finds as always, and I love the "I am Brett" & Tideline Art merchandise. Take care x

[@promgirl72]

Absolutely a US Air Force Button for the first one you found.

[@helenburke9507]

Wonderful!!!! I’ll be ordering lots!!! So happy you’ve decided to do the T shirtsect!!

[@daver8521]

Hi, Nicola! Great finds, especially the pipe and the soldier. Pandora sends purrs!

[@patriciathorp4911]

Thank you Nicola for a lovely video..some lovely finds - particularly the French soldier. You have a lovely week too. 💚

[@TheSaintsNo1]

❤ I loved this it's so relaxing n enjoyable thanku Nicola ❤

[@phoebebrown2883]

I love looking at the water birds.

[@patjohnson9287]

I was sure the pipe stem was whole, as you surly are a pipe whisperer. Love your videos and history lessons 👋

[@joellenmeek658]

Si is amazing model! The stripped shirt is beautiful - love the logo. Have an excellent week yourself!!