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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