WE FOUND London's Old Bus Stops! Plus other great finds Mudlarking the Thames Foreshore

[@NickRatnieks]

Although decimalisation was 1971 the 10p, 5p were introduced in 1968 and then the 50p in 1969 to run alongside the two bob (florin) and shilling- so we could get used to the fact that 10p was two shillings etc.Old people really worried about this changeover and would tell you their concerns. After decimalisation the shilling and two shilling coins were used for years while the sixpence was supposed to disappear but that stayed around for a while as a 2.5p coin. The ten shilling note was replaced entirely by the new 50p in 1969- which some people called the "Wilson" after Harold Wilson. The name being because the coin was "two-faced, and many sided." I have a Royal Mint set of new coins of the last 1967 minted pre-decimal coins in a plastic case that was given to me in 1968. It does not have a shilling present and states they were last minted in 1966 and the new issue of the decimal coins is also included in the case.There is no 50p as that had not been devised at that time. I trust your creation is going to be displayed at the Tate Modern- by the Thames itself!

[@Sifinds]

NickRatnieks Thanks for the reply Nick! Great comment! And yes, it’s Tate bound on the Southbank! Lol

[@NickRatnieks]

@@Sifinds I worked in Stamford Street in 1980- just down from the Tate Modern- then the Bankside B Power Station. This was a purely "stand by" station and rarely worked but they would fire it up every now and again and big blobs of black stuff would come into our office- it was finally closed down in 1981! Anyway, I can't help thinking that plenty of great stuff must have been ripped out of the building when it was converted and these are probably items I might find more interesting than the exhibits inside the building now! Is this collection of bricks still there? www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/jonathanjonesblog/2016/sep/20/carl-andre-equivalent-viii-bricks

[@cockertoo8920]

@@PabloDiablo682 No, a shilling was one twentieth of a pound.

[@jan-reiniervoute6701]

@@PabloDiablo682 20 shillings to the pound and 12 pennies to the shilling. Thus an old shilling equated to 5 new pence etc.

[@NickRatnieks]

@@luanameyer6679 When Britain went decimal the plan was to keep the same £ as before. Everywhere else, it was decided- Australia, New Zealand and South Africa and many smaller nations, to make a new system based around 10 shillings- half a pound. A new name was used for these new decimal currencies- the dollar or Rand in these nations. Essentially it meant you had new names but the essential basic unit, the penny became a cent. In Britain, we had a " new penny" and there were now 100 of these to the £ whereas before there were 240 old pennies. This meant the New Penny was nearly 2.5 times more valuable (2.4 times to be exact) than the old penny- and this was a mistake and we should have had a New Pound- based on the old half pound- 10 shillings. One final thing, people think Britain's system was odd and quirky- and typically British. This is not the case- it was invented by Charlemagne and it was decided that 240 pennies should be minted from one pound of silver bullion and this was a pan-European currency- all pennies having the same bullion content.King Offa of Mercia- at the time one of the most powerful Anglo-Saxon kingdoms adopted the system and it eventually became standard across Britain and Ireland. Gradually, it disappeared across Europe but remained in the UK- just like driving on the left- the rule of the Roman Empire. It's not Britain being different- it is a case of Britain staying the same while other nations changed. All I can say is, in pre-decimal Britain where 12 pennies made a shilling and 20 shillings made a pound, everybody was good at mental arithmetic and knew their times tables! Nowadays, everybody needs a calculator! Another thing was that items would be priced in shillings way beyond the pound- you would seea price of 60 shillings. Then posh items were priced in guineas- which were 21 shillings and all these coins- like US coins still do, had names- the sixpence being called a Tanner. It is suggested Mr Tanner was the master of the Royal Mint hundreds of years ago!

[@mikehisey2631]

The items you make are incredible. I love them.

[@normajeancaballero7959]

The end result of your Thames Finds Art and Candle Holder is OUTSTANDING!!! 😁

[@knoxtique]

Depending on condition the bus stop signs were 500 to 1500 or more depending on condition. I know I collect signs and resell sometimes. Go back and get everyone of them. I love your videos I look forward to seeing them and I’ve looked at all of your past ones thanks for your efforts MarcKnoxville Tennessee USA.

[@auntsuga4359]

The history block was amazing and so creative!! Please put some on Etsy so we can all buy!! If I was only twenty years younger ... OMG! You are adorable! lol .. Thanks for your awesome videos!!

[@Sifinds]

Aunt Suga Aw cheers. Yes I’ll try and find the time to make more (I’m still working a 9-5 even in lockdown!)

[@sarjean]

That candle holder is so super cool! You’ve definitely given me ideas for the broken bottle tops I find…Now I just need a metal detector to find more metal bits!

[@Victoria-yo1sk]

This is one of my new favorite channels! You and Nicola and the Northern Mudlarks! Thank you so much for Sharing history! ♡ from Oklahoma USA!

[@juliet5114]

Mine, too👍!! Don't forget to check out Old Father Thames channel. Marie Louise in VERY informative and has some fabulous finds with lots of interesting and historical information included. 🙏's and positive vibes 🕉️ to you in Oklahoma 🤗🤭😘.

[@Victoria-yo1sk]

@@juliet5114 i am actually subbed to Marie and a few other. Im so jealous America doesn't have these Treasures. We do have some Native American artifacts but Ohhhh to have some amazing glass bottles and clay pipes! 🤗😘

[@YvonneWilson312]

Victoria, you might also enjoy Tom Burleigh's channel and also Kit and Caboodlers - lovely people finding so much joy in their finds! Old Father Thames is indeed a mine of fascinating historical details and is such a lovely lady too - intelligent, warm and witty.

[@Victoria_VO]

Hi Victoria, I’m Victoria too! I watch the same! I’m from NJ!

[@marygarner5249]

Just love Mud Lovers take care God Bless every one

[@Sifinds]

Mary Garner Cheers Mary!

[@michelleg9194]

Si, there is no end to your cleverness! 🤩🤩

[@karenpelletier5707]

Love the bus stop sign! Matt was praying that you would fall in while retrieving it. Lol! You should have made him carry the entire thing, stand and all, home for you for that!

[@Sifinds]

Karen Pelletier haha, you’re not wrong!

[@marionbowler5440]

Love the boxes, very cool, awesome lark. Stay safe and well. 🇨🇦🐘😍

[@Sifinds]

Marion Bowler thank you!

[@feliciakinard6984]

I really love the candle holder. The little bits of history placed on the block leaves you wondering about the story of each placed. I bet when the candles are lit, it leaves a splendid show of shadows and texture. Nice! Phoenix, Arizona

[@Sifinds]

Felicia Kinard yes it does! That’s what I wanted Patina and texture mixed with the glass iridescence

[@johnparrina]

Candle holder looks pretty cool. It has a bit of a steampunk look about it.

[@Sifinds]

John Pereira yes it does. Thanks!

[@miccole5362]

I thought that too, love it.

[@cherylmacnutt2686]

Love that candle holder Si....great imagination!

[@bonnerdebbie]

Thanks Si, great video and I Love you Thames treasure block. Thanks, take care.

[@Sifinds]

Debbie Bonner thanks!!!

[@loumarlow7295]

They look awesome! Steampunk Thames 😍 thanks as always for sharing Si 😊

[@KymeGracia]

once again a really cool way to turn junk into art. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

[@joanhamilton2651]

I love the bus stop sign. Perfect for a garden

[@Sifinds]

Joan Hamilton Thanks Joan

[@patwithers1448]

Love from the old lady in Texas USA may God bless you always and forever

[@christian66ca]

you are always the winner King Simon.

[@Sifinds]

christian66ca haha! Next time loser buys the beers with gritty change. Haha

[@kellynovak4656]

You and Matt are quite the pair. I am obsessed with old stuff, I don't care what it is, as long as it is old or unique. You are incredibly creative.Your "bits and bobs" box is quite steam punk and I love it! I have an old biscuits barrel jar that is my bits and bobs jar. Not nearly as creative. I look forward to your videos each week. They always bring a smile to my face.

[@Sifinds]

Kelly Novak Aw thanks Kelly!

[@ruckyrock]

So what a genius idea for the wood block! Love it.

[@NorthernMudlarks]

The candle holder is brilliant! xx

[@Sifinds]

Northern Mudlarks aw thanks ladies!

[@smurph4959]

That cube is a deadly idea!!!!! Great way to display and use finds. Love it! 🌼🌸🌼

[@Sifinds]

Smurph Thank you!

[@missmerrily4830]

Thames history blocks? A genius idea! 👍👍👍

[@Sifinds]

Miss Merrily thanks!

[@pattaylor4407]

Wonderful upcycle project! It turned out very handsomely I think! I love your collection of bits and bobs you covered your box with!

[@debsmclaughlin6521]

Extremely fabulous video Si! Wonderful finds and I love your candle holder art! !! Stay sat and thanks for sharing!!

[@Sifinds]

Debs McLaughlin thanks Debs!

[@deannkauffman6635]

Great up cycling! I love the candleholder. You have great imagination.

[@gregorybarr6112]

Simon , my wife and I so enjoy your videos! You find very interesting bits of history and have the ingenuity to turn them into art. Thanks!

[@Sifinds]

Gregory Barr thanks Greg and Mrs Greg!!!

[@richardwarnock2789]

The bus stop that lived save by Simon nicely done and the finds and artists work Very Cool!!!; )

[@aropals672]

Sunday is always great to link up the phone to the big flat screen and go along with you and Nic. Really enjoy the long hunts and the wonderful history.

[@Sifinds]

Ear To The Ground thank you!

[@carlgrypstra882]

You & Nic are my all time favorite mudlarkers ? I wish I could be there right now , on the Thames finding treasure !!!!!! That is one of my dreams . The key you found today , Amazing & i haven't seen it cleaned yet . I have always loved & excelled with anything to do with history , to find something that was held by someone 100 to 200 years ago , WOW . Melanie Cain

[@t.t.5324]

Simon you and Matt have a great friendship- you're funny together. 5:15 - Matt, soo wrong, lol. Glad to see your thumbnail growing back in. Simon's concern about your thumbnail was funny, lol.

[@catherinemoore1426]

Simon, I love the new candle creation, I think that is looks amazing ! Awesome Creativity! ❤️❤️

[@cherylberry1613]

The 1954 Farthing with the wren image is beautiful!

[@dorab6287]

I love the box you made. So cute.

[@Sifinds]

Dora B Thanks Dora!

[@avalonjuice8613]

The candle holder is very creative. Up-cycling at its very best!

[@Sifinds]

avalonjuice Aw thank you!

[@pattiefitzpatrick2075]

Incredibly creative and useful candle holder!

[@debbiecorke7521]

Love the history cube - very unique and what a great way to show of beautiful finds!

[@none4530]

I find your videos so relaxing, with the wind and the birds chirping in the background. Great finds!

[@Sifinds]

A b thank you

[@cynthiamallinak4513]

Love the random boxes of Thames finds!

[@BMW7series251]

Thanks for the video Si. Love the 'chimney ' you made .

[@Sifinds]

john coleman thanks!

[@LLLL-ld5wh]

Hey Si That candle holder is genius. So creative. Thank you for showing the thought that goes into making your creations. Keep safe

[@Sifinds]

LT Lt thank you kindly!

[@Fiona-mu5nm]

Fab video to watch again! Amazing and fun finds and totally love the upcycled cube with metal finds and bottle candle holders, great idea! 👌🏻

[@barbarawangerud618]

Just love your bits and bobs and candle holder idea!

[@as400techman]

Fun & interesting stuff guys, but I have to say it. i'm old enough to remember pre-decimalisation. Never never did I ever hear a coin called a Half Penny. It was a Ha'pny with a hard "a". I know it has "Half Penny" written on it, but it was never called that. A florin was a two bob bit a sixpence was a tanner or a sixpenny bit and a shilling was a bob. A two and six penny bit was a half crown or half a dollar (going back to when there were 4 dollars to the pound, happy days, thank you Harold Wilson for devaluing the pound).

[@carolineeveratt]

You two never fail to make me laugh. Great video.

[@Sifinds]

Caroline Everatt Thanks Caroline!

[@seasidepaper]

The candle holder is awesome! Love it !

[@Sifinds]

Jessica ME Roberts Cheers Jess!

[@kimberlykline504]

Your talent know no end!

[@annettefournier9655]

Thanks Si. Good stuff. Your candle holder sculpture reminds me of of Mary Poppins; the steam punk of the Victorian era with Burt the chimney sweep doing the Step in Time song and dance on the rooftops among the chimney pots. 😉💖

[@Sifinds]

annette fournier yes it reminded me of chimney pots too! Maybe there’s an idea there!

[@MrVxrman]

Great video Si 🤜🏻🤛🏻 It’s amazing what you find in the River Thames 😎 Keep up the great work and all the very best to you sir. 🙂🍻👍🏻

[@Sifinds]

MrVxrman thanking you!!

[@nadinearnold8235]

Love the little 'bits and pieces' London chimney pot candle block Simon

[@Wvnursey]

OMG Si you are so creative. Brilliant job with the cube! Great finds both of you. Cheers!

[@Sifinds]

Cindy Wade Thanks Cindy!

[@minnierose4398]

Always so exciting to see an upload from you Simon! It means a reasonably uneventful afternoon is about to turn into some kind of adventure or another. Thank you ❤

[@Sifinds]

Minnie Rose Aw thanks Minnie!

[@anonymouse4850]

that is a lovely bit of sculpture,Gives me lots of ideas,thankyou.

[@wanderingmichigan2492]

What a great way to use what you find. The pallet blocks is very creative and, I must say, inspires me to finally do something with all the nits and pieces that I have acquired over the years. Greatly enjoy your videos.

[@mariadewey4369]

Very creative. Those candle holders remind me of chimneys in old London. 👏💚

[@grittykitty8005]

Always fun to see you and Matt scour the foreshores of the Thames . I especially enjoy he time you spend in you garden showing your discoveries , and making art . Great job on your piece . LOVE IT ! I think that Life without Art is not really living ! Thanks for posting .

[@Sifinds]

gritty kitty I agree! Thank you!

[@kimpage8135]

Great video as always!! Love the candle holder...terrific idea!! 💕😷

[@Sifinds]

Kim Page Thanks sweetie

[@amypaparone55]

You’re so talented! Love this piece you made and all your videos. I’m almost all caught up with them all so hope you post more quickly! Your channel is best to relax and forget about the world for a little while.

[@rosievasquez523]

Good luck Mac well done you won God bless you both

[@jonesjohnr9052]

Love the bus stop sign !! Great job on the up cycling 🐲🌀

[@Sifinds]

Jones John r thanks pal!

[@Carolbearce]

I love the block you made. You have a good eye.

[@Sifinds]

cbearce1 many thanks!

[@katherinehunter5789]

Love the candle holder. You’re so creative to come up with that idea.

[@littleSallyJo]

Really LOVE it that you make ART from your finds. They are fabulous! Thanks for sharing that with us.

[@gaynor3976]

Love the candle holder, greatcwsy to use up your finds. Well done. Love your videos xxx

[@ellainedee7174]

The candle holder is beautiful and very creative. I love what you do. If I lived in London I would be right there with you. I’m a mud lover for sure.

[@fishersmurf846]

London Calling by the Clash was one my favorite tunes in early 80s. Totally cool art again.

[@lindaodellvt]

Another fun hunt, I like the camaraderie between you and Matt with the touch of competition thrown in! Love how you repurpose your finds, with imagination and artistry. See you next Sunday, Si. 👋🏻

[@Sifinds]

Linda Odell Thanks Linda!

[@mathmiata8819]

Very creative your etsy bit part,well-done Si!

[@doreen8481]

Love what you did at the end there. Such a nice candle holder! And love your video's Simon😎🌈

[@dennman8832]

The candle holder block is a very ingenious creation.A great display of the random metal pieces from the Thames .A few of those copper nails that you find would be a good addition too.

[@Sifinds]

Dennman88 Thank you!

[@spongebobsqueeze]

That candle holder is so creative. Extremely cool!

[@Sifinds]

Elizabeth Stallings thank you!

[@daveyjoweaver5183]

Simon, you're definitely a man after my own heart, lovely creative art projects! You and Nicola should have a Thames Art Show! Thanks Kindly for a very fun video! Much enjoyed this Sunday with Si Finds! Hopefully you will be able to return to the shores again soon and find all those gold coins and treasures that have been waiting for you to come along and save them from their muddy doom. Safe Journeys with Love, Light , Peace and Joy! Kiss your chickens for me, eh? DaveyJO in Pa.

[@Sifinds]

Daveyjo Weaver cheers Dave! Much appreciated matey!

[@bemoreonline]

Your art project is brilliant!!! Who could resist picking it up, spending hours looking at it , trying to figure out the purpose and origin of each object?! I would use mine as a pencil / brush holder !!!

[@Sifinds]

bemoreonline thank you!

[@cindyluwho602003]

Love your artwork, Simon!

[@maarinabudd]

Love the candle holder metal finds cube! 😍

[@Sifinds]

Marina Budd thanks mate!

[@michaelbrown3353]

I admire your creativity, keep up the good work ✌️🙏😎

[@jan208]

Really REALLY love the cube of history!

[@Sifinds]

Jan Sayah cheers Jan!

[@annemahoney9042]

That is very artistic!

[@Sifinds]

Anne Mahoney Thanks Anne!

[@goodpeople5676]

Simply mind blowing. I WAIT for your video . And every finds n art work mesmeriz me . I am learning lots of art work from you . Enjoy, stay Safe and healthy With Love from Guwahati Assam INDIA

[@Sifinds]

Samarjit Banik Thank you dear friend!

[@consideredwhisper]

Nice work, Si. Thanks x

[@vernareitmeier1347]

Great variety of finds today!

[@Tob2n]

Loved the video. It’s like been down there again. 👍🤙✌️🤞

[@Sifinds]

Thanks dude, eking out these videos! HAHA

[@danafredrickson42]

i love the cube candle holder! you are so creative!!!

[@lilirehak5569]

Interesting use for the metal finds on the wood block!

[@marthaharris6064]

Lovely candleholder❤ so very creative😊

[@lordleonusa]

Your upcycled wooden block etc, blooming brilliant!

[@Sifinds]

Leon Guyot cheers Leon!

[@Zombie-adventures]

Great finds guys! Enjoyed it

[@lisafarr2317]

Good amount of finds n u turn them in2 useful beautiful things. 💖👍💖👍💖

[@Sifinds]

Thank you!

[@cherylberry1613]

Ooh I love that Si, very cool idea!!!

[@Sifinds]

Cheryl Berry thanks Cheryl!

[@guadalupeknippen2636]

Box came out beautiful. Great consept. 👍😉

[@Sifinds]

Guadalupe Knippen thank you!

[@juliet5114]

Yep, Matt's definitely right...gotta wave or they'll buzz on by you🚏🚌💨🏃!! Love the bus stop sign🚏. To bad the whole thing was so blooming heavy 🏋️! Looks like you gentlemen were having quite a coin day 😉. Your "bits and bobs" block is a very clever idea, Si👍. Love it🥰😁. How about a few "found" copper nails added for some flash of color 🤔? Always sending you and your family and friends LOADS of 🙏 & positive vibes 🕉️. Be safe my friend 😊🤗🤭😘.

[@Sifinds]

Juliet Hi Juliet. Thanks yes it weighed a tonne. I got a top sign tho!

[@davilianobostonma7669]

Candle holder is very cool!~ You always have a great Vid! Thanks for taking us along, we are still on lock down in Boston! The bus stop sign was amazing!

[@maryholley2087]

Absolutely beautiful !!!!!! ♡♡♡♡

[@GGsInterests]

Looks great.

[@Sifinds]

GGsInterests Thanks pal!

[@aliencat11]

Love the bis and Bob's candle holder. Thanks for your video@

[@Sifinds]

Mary Roraff thanks Mary!

[@margaretphipps2939]

Nice one guys some interesting finds . The finished cube looks great Si xxx 🇮🇲

[@Sifinds]

Margaret Phipps thanks!

[@sallya.2412]

That is pretty good in finding all those coins. I like how your very creative in using the things you find. Bits of history on the block. Love it!

[@Sifinds]

Sally A. Cheers Sal!

[@ShirleyWhite-rc6je]

Wonderful finds and a lot of coins. Great job done . From shirley from new Bern, north carolina u.s.a. stay well and safe to you all. Like your video and you had a good timee with your freind and he had great finds. ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉😅😊🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😮🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉