Artifact Colonial

Wharf pin (large iron)

Colonial era

Large iron wharf pin from the northern swamp
Wharf pin (large iron) — Colonial era
Photo: The HISTORY Channel
Location Swamp, northern region near cobblestone pathway
Discovered Season 12
Date Range 1600 AD – 1800 AD
Category Artifact
Era Colonial

About This Artifact

Large metal pin recovered by Jack Begley from the northern swamp near the cobblestone pathway and survey stakes. The team identified it as a possible wharf pin, consistent with other maritime hardware found in the swamp including rock stakes, marlinespikes, and ship components.

Historical Context

Jack Begley; The Curse of Oak Island Season 12 Episode 16

Where It Was Found

Found at Swamp, northern region near cobblestone pathway — the triangle-shaped swamp on Oak Island's southeastern quadrant.

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