Poseidon’s Box Unearthed from Mountain Ruins

[@jimgriffiths9071]

We have all said it before, but no one sets the stage and tells the story better than you do, week after week. Superb job.

[@Materialworld4]

He does a great job, oh ya.

[@marthariddlegarcia2991]

He really does do a great job, but I also like the way Todd from “Appalachian metal detective”. He also does videos using the history of the land.

[@jillybean9329]

@@marthariddlegarcia2991 but.. this isn't his channel. No need to plug someone else's channel here. Kinda crappy u did that. Just sayin' .

[@skipfromla]

In 1980, one of my shipmates in the Coast Guard carried his great-grandfather’s snuff box that looks a lot like the hinged box you found. It’s 105°F where I am and way too hot to go metal detecting, so thanks for your always great videos.

[@JDsVarietyChannel]

Great video Brad! Quick tip for you. In 1886, indian head cents changed design, and part way through the year the last feather in the bottom of the headdress started to point between the "CA" letters in America, in stead pointing between the "IC" letters. The penny you show at 8:41 in the video appears to be an 1883, not 1888. :)

[@jaisrael19]

Love the music, classy.

[@m.asquino7403]

Im in Afghanistan, and any time I see digging Im always looking around to see if they've uncovered anything coins, artifacts. They used to sell roman coins and other ancient coins found here at the local bazaars.

[@AppalachianHistoryDetectives]

Hey there I was in Kandahar for 9 months but when I was in Baghdad the bazaar there had a bunch of old US Morgan Dollars. I always wondered if they were real.

[@jeanninehoban2788]

Love how a particular scent, aroma will whisk one back in time...the smell of coffee brewing...my coffee mornings with my Mom...gone 16 years, but love those 'wakeup' aromas! Loved the video...always enjoy! Thank you!

[@davevierthaler8521]

For me it is when I am near a grey iron foundry. My dad owned a foundry and every time I am near a foundry it whisks me back to him coming home from work.

[@YsabetJustYsabet]

WD-40: my dad. Unbelievably delicious fried Gulf of Mexico shrimp: my mama. Scents go straight to the brain and bypass time like magic.

[@ladywisewolf3942]

@@YsabetJustYsabet It's the olefactor nerve ( sense of smell). One of the most powerful senses we have, it's linked to memory as part of our survival skills. We had to be able to remember the scent of a predator, or whether food was ripe or spoiled etc.

[@cindyd936]

Yeah, people still use Vicks as an insect repellent. I just read an article last week. Mosquitos love me. Ugh. Have tried everything. Tried some Vicks and, wham, worked

[@JohnP538]

VapoRub contains cedarleaf oil, which is a natural insect repellent.

[@canaan5337]

Gonna have to give that a try myself.

[@Teresia12]

I will have to try. I am allergic to mosquitoes.

[@charliemartin5482]

Avon skin so soft works too !

[@777dingo]

@@charliemartin5482 I tried Avon SSS, it didn't work.

[@roxannaweaver2155]

The first thing my brain yelled at me when you showed the beauty of a silver box was: snuff box. You can find some nice ones to compare it to on Etsy. This box might be worth a bit.

[@trolltaker]

@@barnett25 Nice find! Here's a link to a photo from the site: thumbs.worthpoint.com/zoom/images1/1/0217/08/early-tobacco-box-match-safe-neptune_1_8490feec3a352c056915f9cf99cd9393.jpg

[@johnjacobs1625]

@@barnett25 Thanks, good job finding it. Real beauty.

[@WilliamWilson-it9qe]

The round reed was probably a pitch pipe. My grandfather had one that was round, about the size of the top of a pop can, and had four holes around the edge. Blowing in each hole produced a different note to find the pitch for singing.

[@donf4119]

I agree. Pitch pipe was my best guess as well. Used to be really common for choirs or small singing groups.

[@mcscheck2000]

Exactly what I was thinking as well... Went to catholic school for 8 hell-full years and there wasn't a nun around without one of these in their pocket.. Don't be off-key or it's the ruler for you!! Hah!

[@markpashia7067]

@@mcscheck2000 I only did five years in St. Jude Jail, but agree whole heartedly. Sister Mary Margaret broke a box of yard sticks over my knuckles in that time and I have the painful hands to this day to prove it. And yes every single nun carried one at all times. I got really good at lip synching to avoid the wrath.

[@stevebonds4698]

I agree with you William, it could have also been used to tune a guitar possibly.

[@jameswagner8473]

@@mcscheck2000 You and i must have went to the same school...........

[@ClaytonCountyHistoryHound]

Awesome scenery, history, hunt and finds. I really enjoy watching each and every one of your episodes. Thanks for sharing, good luck, happy hunting and take care.

[@maestroairsoft424]

2 things about the flies/mosquitos; I've always been told that they're more attracted to darker colored clothes. Also, a trick that I learnt when I was in the Canadian Armed Forces, always wash your clothes with odorless laundry soap before going out, and yourself with odorless soap and shampoo. The bests being the ones hunters use so animals don't pick up their sent. If you go in the woods smelling like fresh flowers, you're just a walking candy for theses little blood suckers. Try theses out :)

[@lisasmith7854]

My grandfather's second wife she used Vicks for everything. I can still smell there house today. Vicks and Copenhagen sounds gross, but it sure takes me back to a better time. ❤️ Thanks for another good video

[@Materialworld4]

I agree with Jim Griffiths, you do wonderful work, and that is why I am hooked.

[@steveclark4291]

Thank you for the adventure and seeing some amazing finds ! Take care , stay safe and healthy there in Vermont ! Doing well here in Kansas !

[@budrohammbone2806]

GREAT little metal box. Looks like it ought to cleanup nicely and preserve well.

[@garyg8425]

Great video! I dug the same piece with the axe, sword and what I believe is Abe Lincoln. I dug it years ago in a Civil War camp here in Virginia. It is either a bracelet or fob that had other panels linked together. Sweet find!

[@camillefulton7709]

LOVED THE TIN AND COINS, ANOTHER VERY ENJOYABLE TRIP WITH YOU. GOD BLESS. CAMILLE 🇦🇺

[@buddyhenson2559]

Brad, your videos bring my wife and I a great deal of joy. Your appreciation of the land, the people, and the stories behind where you are are so great. You do so many neat things, there has to be a lot of fulfillment in what you do. God bless you and your family!

[@memorylaine]

Already loving the picture of Poseidon! Beautiful... TGF! Love GMMD!

[@mcdigsbmore6531]

Match box case....great find!

[@patshelton3712]

Great music, a walk in the woods. Birds singing, some really nice finds. Thank you for taking us along.Sorry about the bugs,

[@pamjohnston4700]

love your films .. really cheer me up amid the pandemic.. thank you

[@Nature_Wild_And_Free]

I believe the round circular thing is a tuner. They would blow on which key they wanted everyone to sing in. Another fantastic show!

[@danduke9894]

Greetings Brad. I've been watching for awhile now and only recently have decided to comment. The box you found is an early tobacco box with Neptune on it.

[@rayc.1396]

I'm thinking snuff box or tin.

[@catsfightsandsights1957]

Found it here www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/early-tobacco-box-match-safe-neptune-1860508170

[@karin_eso]

www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/early-tobacco-box-match-safe-neptune-1860508170

[@marymisdom3955]

@@rayc.1396 Match safe?

[@marymisdom3955]

@Jerry Crooker thank you! What an amazing find!

[@SueGirling68]

Hi Brad, thank you for another very interesting video. I loved the small box you found and also that oblong piece of metal with the 50 on it. Thank you for sharing, much love to you and your lovely Wife & Son. xx💖

[@rebeccacrone8864]

I started watching you because I love Vermont. I was born there and still have family there.

[@Genegenedtb]

I love that little "charm" with the 50 on it. If you ever find out what it is please let us know. In the meantime I will see what I can find out. I hope to hear what that Deus sounds like some time. thanks for my Friday morning entertainment especially since it's been so hot and dry here that my detecting has slowed to a crawl.

[@larrystephens7437]

Another fun day in the mountains. Thanks for sharing a bit of its history.

[@jengalloway4961]

Loved the video as always. Loved the tin, your thumbnail art makes total sense now. Love the history of land and the owners, occupations and the surprising finds that come with it and now I have to go buy some vapor rub just to see if it works. Lol I hope so.

[@memorylaine]

Ah ha! The Poseidon box! That's beautiful.

[@pigoff123]

Brad you are just awesome. You are so talented.

[@hooper4581]

Great hunt brad ! Always a pleasure to watch thanks again for taking us along

[@frankmonroe8320]

Thank you Brad. Don't give up researching that box or the "reed like" artifact. Keep up the great work!

[@georgezaidan829]

Thanks for sharing. What amazes me is the incredible vast land area. I live in Alabama and and Lebanon. Alabama alone is over 11 times the size of Lebanon. It’s hard to imagine the size of the United States unless one lives in a small country. Thanks again.

[@tacklebox6331]

Love the stories and the music. Always looking forward to watching your videos.

[@aropals672]

Thanks Brad for the interesting stories behind your digs. The music as always is great along with the filming. Can't wait for more new tunes.

[@brooklyntreasurehunter]

Very cool video, the find of the Poseidon's box was really nice.

[@ErlefromVa]

Great show, love the Poseidon brass tin! Beautiful site...

[@jerryhoschouer5076]

Nice finds ! Thank you for sharing....

[@travelamma2779]

Despite the flies, looks like a beautiful day. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@gregorymitchell2499]

I always look forward to your videos. You remind me of my much beloved son in law who also metal detects.

[@codymackniak6328]

Busted piece with the nail, is or was a decorative piece on a wagon, another great video 👍

[@musicluvr70]

I didn't know what it could have been, but from what I could see, the nail was far too large to be connected to a gun of any type.

[@felicialewis860]

I think the SAME it went on a wagon side

[@jimmymalone3494]

Good job .Thank you for sharing

[@trixiehaebler8769]

Yes, Vick is the trick. Learned this from my grandpa. Anytime my family and I go hiking we always have a jar of Vicks with us. Believe me it does wonders. But keep the Deet for the ticks.

[@silentmandan1392]

Great finds, Awesome Poseidon tin box

[@YsabetJustYsabet]

One old use of Vick's Vapor Rub that the local AZ ranchers still use is when transporting horses. If you have any that are riled up by the presence of the other horses, you can put a *very* small amount just below their nostrils; during the trip, all they can smell is the Vick's. They don't like it, but it's better than ending with a kicked trailer and injured horses. Me, I'd get a little vial of eucalyptus oil and try that against the bugs myself; you can break it down with a bit of witchhazel and try spraying it on.

[@francislaverty9262]

Always enjoy watching your posts, particularly because of the updates added to the videos. You seem like everyone's idea of a friend, would really enjoy sharing a beer and chatting about your experiences if I'm ever down your way

[@rondaschmidt9641]

Love your stories you tell the tales so well.

[@detectingdaddy1236]

Great Video! Thanks for sharing!

[@dwightpickens2895]

Love your finds Brad especially the tin that was totally awesome

[@debbieobryan8734]

What great finds, yoù are great to watch, love you r explanations and stories. Thanķyou.

[@bleepingfun]

Some very cool finds, nice video My friend 👍😁

[@johnbeasant7475]

Great finding the poseidon box awsome

[@ronniecardy]

Very nice finds and awesome place In the woods shame the bugs are out again 😀

[@wadehendryx7378]

Wow, that was a beautiful little tin. To me is that would have made the trip in itself. Great video. Can't wait to see the next one. Stay safe and have a great weekend.

[@rondathiesen9317]

Hello Brad! Good digs and story as always!!😊😊😘

[@terryanderson5947]

Another great video Brad

[@davidtuley5898]

I always enjoy watching your vids Friday morning eating my breakfast before I head to work.

[@erikastoddert2655]

Such a great way to start my morning!

[@42bonsai]

Thank you for great videography..the plant life is a thrill to an old biologist/ pastor. And of course, your finds are pretty fun to discover with you.

[@almclean4835]

Nice finds. Look forward to Fridays

[@martinfrylink4252]

The evil scythe nib strikes again (cue the evil nemesis villain laughter)

[@edwardenglish1519]

No. 31 might be a cabin marker for the kiln workers. Great find on the Poseidon box. We used Vicks for everything growing up except for bug repellent. I am going to give it a try and if it works I will try it out hunting since the old-timers had to hunt for food.

[@joangetz5329]

I love the red trillium at :14-:16. Thanks Brad.

[@nanettebarling1222]

That with the reeds is a tuner. It had 4 different notes. For tuning any instrument. Great finds!

[@lizkane1027]

I have only recently found your channel and just love it. I grew up in Westfield, MA and your videos brings back great memories of romping in the woods. Do you ever run across Jack in a Pulpit plants? I remember them well and picked one as a child. My mom scolded me as she said they were protected. I don’t know if that was true but I certainly never picked one again. I am now in Texas and have been for nearly 40 years. Thank you for bringing my heritage and memories back. Liz

[@sarahstrong7174]

If they are the same we get in England they are poisonous. I don't know about protected.

[@buckrockerm]

Good Friday morning. Waiting for a good start from GMMD!

[@patprop74]

Have a great Friday Buck.

[@old5andimer713]

Another great Vermont video thanks, and the mosquitos do look pretty thick. Regarding the Poseidon embossed box .. If there is a ridged edge directly beneath the hinge, it just might be a Match Safe, often found in almost every late 19th century pocket.

[@edcotter3604]

Great video Brad as usual. My theory on the box is a rolled cigarette case . Many young men in those days went to sea as a merchant seaman and the box was probably something he picked up in a port somewhere. Once they saved up their money, they would go back home and buy a piece of land and start their future. Probably carried the box everywhere until he lost it.

[@rdoggtreasurehunter5583]

I don't know what that little chain tag is, but i know it's cool as heck!! Cheers Brad!

[@joebrown1382]

Pretty well defined house foundation. Beautiful enjoyable day, 2 IHPs, oxen shoe & the Poseidon tin box & that mysterious 50 tag with chain interesting. Nice video HH

[@scottcarter90]

Good hunt! Neat little case!

[@kellyhawes8901]

The way the brass 50 plate had 4 holes with jump rings makes me think of a military metal, like it hung down off one?

[@paulwhillas6494]

You beat me to it. Looked to me like something military. axe and gun might signify something like a pioneer battalion and the 50 being a numerical designation Thus 50th. Pioneers

[@paulwhillas6494]

Pioneer battalion might be an Aussie term. They were a combination of light infantry and engineers.

[@kellyhawes8901]

Paul Whillas , looked up Vermont militia, didn’t find anything but that’s my suspicion .Interesting find.

[@orsonsnow1228]

I was thinking more along a commemorative item celebrating the 50th anniversary of Vermont becoming a state (which would have been about the time frame here...1841). The beads in the same hole might suggest a bracelet for that as a charm. I'd like a closer look to see if "th" sits above the 50.

[@dannyl2598]

You may also want to Google "Woodman of the World". Just a thought.

[@patg6705]

Good morning from Jena Louisiana - Grammy sure does enjoy watching your videos, keep on keeping on - love it

[@79kevnor]

Great video. Vicks VapoRub contains cedar leaf oil, which is a natural insect repellant. Rubbing it on the bumps after being bitten will also relieve your itching.

[@ChrisE1129]

Thanks for another awesome video! The little tag you found with the 50 on it is exactly like the ones a friend of mine and I found in Vicksburg. I actually sent a picture of it to American Digger Magazine. There was an article in there and several Civil War experts could not identify it.

[@seahawksfan7298]

Thanks for another enjoyable video Brad! I wish my metal detecting outings were as “slow” as you kept saying in this video. I’d love to find some of the stuff you find! I’ve yet to come across an Indian head penny and the tin box was a delightful treat! (Probably valuable actually). Have a great week; see you next time!

[@Materialworld4]

My great-great-great grandfather, and my great-great-grandfather were both Mason's back in the 1800s. Nicholas was a Millwright who moved to America in 1834, from Manchester, England, and his son James was a blacksmith who fought in the Bear Flag Revolt in 1846, so California could become part of America. Neptune, and the ancient gods like Minerva, Athena, Saturn, Pluto, Terminus, Cybele, Hecate, and many more are still honored, and sacrificed to very regularly on their festival dates. So what you dug up was very, very, important to the last person to own that beautiful little box.

[@patshelton3712]

What do they sacrifice?

[@deucerider430]

That talking about the mosquitoes took me back aways in my memories. When I was about 17-18 years old, I was grabbed by two Adirondack 'skeeters, and they headed off to the woods, with me kicking and flailing between them! I heard them talking and the only reason I am here today today is that they decided to NOT take me back to their main swarm lest "the BIG guys get mad for not being brought anything to chew on' and promptly dropped me.! True story! ;)

[@conitorres9774]

I know you’re tired of hearing about blackfly spray but you reminded me of my grandma’s spray. She would use about 1/2 cup water, then add 1/4 cup of either witch hazel or vinegar. She would add mint leaves and citronella. You can add 5 drops of peppermint or spearmint and 5 more of lemon eucalyptus or citronella essential oils. It’s very simple and effective. You can put in in a spray bottle and even use it on Bentley. Hope it helps you.

[@cdd4248]

I am reading this a year later and so appreciate this comment!

[@gregharris4101]

The tin is a match vault. The groove below the hinges are a striker. very nice find!

[@johnjacobs1625]

Brad, You should try the turkey hunters hood netting. It only leaves face exposed. Burning Punk works pretty good too. Great finds by the way. Liked and enjoyed! JJ

[@Mountlougallops]

Dude, they used Vick’s for everything! They even ate it to burn out a chest cold!!

[@uncannydan]

Please don't tell Trump that~~

[@brianadams6204]

@@uncannydan LMAO

[@Mountlougallops]

daniel morris Ha!😂

[@ladywisewolf3942]

We always had Vicks in the house. My dad used to put a dab up his nose to "help him breathe better", and I remember the countless times I spent with a towel over my head and my nose in a steaming pot of water and Vicks to try and relieve the symptoms of a cold, or the times when I was very little and my mom would rub some on my chest to do the same thing. Lots of memories associated with that smell.

[@sonyarhoads6620]

ATE BUNCH OF VICKS IN NOSE CHEST EARS UNDERARMS AND A BIG BITE COLDS BORN 1963

[@huckfinnsj]

Thanks, Brad, this is a good video. Keep it up......................Huck

[@cynthiaswearingen1037]

Brad, I do love the tobacco tin, it's a gorgeous find! And what a cool oxen shoe! Congrats on the two IHPs, and I believe you found a pitch pipe!😊💖

[@JohnTomasella]

Next week as Eddie is swatting at the black flies, "Dude, why do you smell like Vics?. Wait why aren't the flies bothering you?"

[@cherylradabaugh2720]

Another great adventure

[@davenutter8252]

That box was such a interesting find !

[@impunitythebagpuss]

Snuff box full of snuff! How cool! Wouldn't snort it though!!!

[@MrCatfarmer]

Love your videos and your finds. Mostly I love that you are walking through the mountains I grew up in on my grandfathers farm. I now life in the flat lands of Illinois on an old 1883 farm I rebuilt but really miss home. From the top of my grandfathers mountain you could see 7 states if you knew the landmarks. Around here, if your dog runs away you can see him for miles.

[@michealcorbin6095]

You do well in your videos they're always interesting and you always find some pretty neat stuff well I'll take that back mostly you find some pretty neat stuff I have seen you on an off day or two when you were a little disappointed with the fines but I wasn't disappointed I love your videos keep it up

[@markdouglas3892]

Great video!! Have a great day

[@jillybean9329]

@Jim Griffiths you nailed it with your comment 😊👍 I liked that Poseidon tin!!!..so cool!!!

[@arthurpearse6165]

my family here in Canada has told me they also used Vicks as an insect repellent ...

[@kraigcochran9995]

Here’s a weird comment, but I like your videos audio quality and volume because I listen through the speakers in my trucks Bluetooth and a lot of other videos are hard for me to hear but yours has good volume

[@UrbanDKaye]

Cool hunt, man. Love the tin!

[@nighteagle317]

Beautiful Posiden tin! Great coins! Definitely try either the Vicks or Tiger Balm. Cheers, Paige C.

[@Whocares.........]

Brad, Avon skin so soft is good for your bug problem. Thanks for that! Rox

[@alf75270]

Your "side plate" looks more of an underside plate to " a 1768 Charleville - Flintlock Musket" where the trigger guard is.

[@zw5509]

That is why the strike is crude, it may be a quartermaster issue mark. They were used in the Revolutionary and even Civil War.

[@trolltaker]

I think we have a Bingo here, Brad. Check this out: www.hansenguns.com/images/french1866f.jpg (source: classic.gunauction.com/search/displayitem.cfm?itemnum=14151643 )

[@pirunha]

awesome little box :)