Artifact Colonial

Spike (1700s wrought iron)

1700s

Wrought iron spike from the 1700s found at Smith's Cove
Spike (1700s wrought iron) — 1700s
Photo: The HISTORY Channel
Location Smith's Cove (Lot 20)
Discovered Season 6, Ep. 8
Date Range 1700 AD – 1799 AD
Category Artifact
Era Colonial

About This Artifact

Shorter and thicker than other spikes found on island; found with gold-plated coin

Historical Context

Gary Drayton

Where It Was Found

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