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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Identify this metal object

« on: August 05, 2009, 09:26:39 am »

I was hoping somebody could identify it. It's a mystery!!! That makes it more interesting.
Thanks for all your help

pops

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Identify this metal object

« on: August 05, 2009, 06:08:06 am »

It's about 3/4 of an inch in thickness
3 inches across
Was found here in Texas, USA

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Antique Questions Forum / Identify this metal object

« on: August 05, 2009, 12:53:38 am »

My son found this unknown metal object buried in our back yard. I did the search on the "cerro matrix". Which is a combination of metals of fusible alloy for repairs. BUT, when I did the search on "C DE P" that is located above the "cerro matrix". It's something to do with an old rail system. On an old "Brakeman" badge hat like this pictured: http://railroadmemories.com/dynapage/IP1706.htm SO, I'm really confused on what this is. I did email that website if they knew. But they haven't figured that out either. 

The object:
weighs at least 5 lbs
magnet does not stick to it
And no other markings that I can see

Thanks
pops