Charles Garrett

Tokens, Badges & PlaquesQuality Time with DadNew YorkFinder: Bob F., Colleyville, TXUsing: AT ProFind: Bob dug this 1898 token at theTAMDC Hunt in Jefferson, TX.TMFred B. of Syracuse, NY decided topick up metal detecting early this yearand bought an ACE 350. “When Iwas younger, I used to go out with myuncle and remembered how fun it was,”he said. Fred was pleasantly surprisedwhen his father showed an interest inhis new detector.Together, they dug some clad coinsand then Fred’s dad got a “nice strongsignal.” They dug up a set of religiousmedals (see above). “But the true treasureof the day was the bond I had beensearching for for 20-plus years,” saidFred. “We now go out hunting everyweekend and I love every minute of it.Thank you, Garrett, for bringing meand my father closer.”Enhanced Iron DiscrimTwice the Iron Resolutionof an ACE 250Higher frequency andlarge DD searchcoilAll-purpose versatilityFinder: Peter S., Western AustraliaUsing: AT ProFind: 1945 Victory MedalFinder: Kenny S., Dundee, ScotlandUsing: ACE 250Find: Wirral brooch, ca. 200 ADGermanyThomas T., who is active with the U.S.Air Force, decided to take up metal detectingwhile stationed in Germany. Heordered an AT Pro and began searchingfor history on private property.His favorite find was made alonga path leading to a German village.Thomas dug this 1.5-inch, round brassbadge (right) about 4 inches deep in theold path. He explains that the badge“was handed out to the laborers ofthe Third Reich every 1st of May. Thewords across the top read ‘Tag Der Arbeit,’which translates to Labor Day,and the year is 1934. The pictures are ofa laborer, a hammer and sickle, and thetypical eagle and swastika of the Naziparty.”Finder: Lonnie B., Grangeville, IDUsing: ACE 250Find: Medallion from 1915 World’sFair held in San Francisco1.972.494.6151 Winter 2013 Edition The Garrett Searcher3