Artifact Colonial

Decorative brass boat fitting

Colonial era

Decorative brass boat fitting from Smith's Cove
Decorative brass boat fitting — Colonial era
Photo: The HISTORY Channel
Location Smith's Cove, intertidal zone
Discovered Season 5
Date Range 1600 AD – 1800 AD
Category Artifact
Era Colonial

About This Artifact

Decorative brass fitting recovered by Gary Drayton while searching the intertidal zone at Smith's Cove during low tide. Gary identified it as having come from a boat. Found on the same day as the lead cross and lead spoon handle.

Historical Context

Gary Drayton, Rick Lagina; The Curse of Oak Island Season 5 Episode 11

Where It Was Found

Found at Smith's Cove, intertidal zone — the north shore of Oak Island where the flood tunnel system was discovered.

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