The publication for diggers and collectors of history

In this issue:

Hard-Won Relics of the West
What happens when a die-hard relic hunter moves to a part of the West Coast where 19th century military finds are scarce? He does his homework and finds them anyway. By Evan Alvord

DIV XXIV: Picture Perfect
When an organized hunt was held at a site detailed in Howard Crouch's legendary book, Relic Hunter, we decided a pictorial would be in order. By Butch and Anita Holcombe.

Deja-Vu All Over Again: Part 1
Even when a local newspaper editorial blasted relic hunting, this author managed to have a better detecting season than evry before. In the first of this two-part story, he shares some early American finds with us. By Bill Dancy

Don't Get Your Signals Crossed
Sometimes you have to use unusual methods to make good finds. Have some laughs and learn some useful tips as we discover "Zen with a grin." By Wayne Eubanks

New York Officer's Shoulder Plate From the War of 1812
Despite regulations to wear plates similar to enlisted men, officers often outfitted themselves with private purchases. Here are some examples. By Mike O'Donnell

A Hunt for History
How can an old cabin's origins be confirmed, while simultaneously putting together a display of related artifacts? Simple, have a club hunt! By Robert Underwood

The Price of the Past
The commercial marketing of artifacts has become a moral battleground for both professional and amateur diggers. Would our freedom and knowledge be limited by the prohibition of selling legally obtained artifacts? This author thinks so. By Justin Gray

Plus recent finds, columns, letters and much more