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Front view of pewter button excavated from unit H931, Level 3, depth of 68-80cm. Note the plainness of the button and the absence of decorative detail.

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Here we can see the remnant of a small, used rose-head nail, bent out of shape from being pounded into the hard, native woods of New England.

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This hook was probably used as a window hook. Students were able to open their windows and witness historical commencement traditions and University history in the making.

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The light color of this musket ball is due to a natural buildup of lead carbonates, sulfides and oxides over time, which helps confirm its age and material composition.

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The malleability of lead made it a popular choice for building components.  Due to its low melting point, lead is rarely found fully in tact and is typically bent or twisted.

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In the hurried production of the coin, some of the 1864 minted pieces were accidentally made with a smaller motto.

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