Shore Seekers Club News

Jan. 7, 2008

John Johnson was voted Treasure Hunter of the Year. Congratulations to John!

Barbara Eppolite and Sonny Willing tied for the Find of The Year (American) category. Barbara had a Civil War Union Eagle sword buckle and Sonny had a Confederate States Navy button. Other entries were: a 1733 two reale Spanish cob (Dave Smyth); 1724 George I penny (Darrell Mason); an 1825 U.S. capped bust 50 cent piece (Jim Tamosaitis); an 1850 U.S. large cent (Bill Draper); a 10k gold ring with 28 diamonds (Ed Donovan).

John Fassel won Find of The Year (Foreign) category with a 91 B.C. Silanus Roman Republican silver denarius. Other entries were: a 700-800 A.D Saxon "Porcupine" silver sceat (Cynthia Fassel); a large Middle Ages bronze pot leg (Jim Tamosaitis).

Congratulations to everyone who participated.

The 2008 elections were held at the January meeting. The officers for this year are: Bill Draper (President), Ed Donovan (Vice-President), Barbara Eppolite (Treasurer) and Julie Pryor (Secretary). Congratulations to the winners.

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