Mudlarking the River Thames - A Mystery find emerges from the mud (& several military artefacts)

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  • As the mud is washed away by the tide, a new layer of finds is revealed - and some of them are rather mysterious. On this outing I discovered several beautiful artefacts, many of them linked to naval and military history. One of the objects which surfaced is rather mysterious and large. I took it as I particularly love the copper nails and they have admiralty / broad arrows stamped on them. I would love to know what its purpose once was so if you know please comment below.
    In this video I show one of Germander Speedwell's new pipe finds. You can find Germander on twitter @GermanderS and her website is germanderspeedwell.org.uk
    I also show one of Jennifer Kelly's amazing creations and her website is here: www.creativetotheheart.com
    You need a permit from the PLA to mudlark on the Thames and you can find the info at pla.co.uk
    Thank you for watching. Follow me on twitter and instagram @tidelineart and if you would like to donate a small amount via my kofi account the address is
    ko-fi.com/nico...
    All donations will be used to improve my channel and to cover costs.
    Thank you to everyone who has already donated.
    Nicola White
    www.tidelineart.com
    #mudlarking #nicolawhite #tidelineart

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  • @JonFrumTheFirst
    @JonFrumTheFirst 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    For anyone interested, here's a video of WWII-era London with computer-generated improvements of the film. There are two views of the Thames, along with many street scenes. Very different from today.
    th-cam.com/video/QLbPYQcUcgM/w-d-xo.html

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you. I'm going to enjoy watching this

    • @simonnicholls5619
      @simonnicholls5619 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hi Nicola, I think you mystery object is a rudder bracket which would originally have had a pivot pin at the points end

  • @scienceistruth1924
    @scienceistruth1924 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Hi Nicola, the mystery object is a ships rudder gudgeon, often made of galvanised iron or gunmetal, there are usually two, a top and bottom one to fit over pins (pintles) fixed to the transom of the boat. The width of the object is the thickness of the wooden rudder it would have housed so looking at it it was about 3 inches which is enormous and would have been on a very large vessel, such as a barge, The copper nails are used as rivets and are held in place with a rove on one end, a sort of washer which is pushed on and the nail peened over. The gudgeon and pintle make up a hinge joint for the rudder to turn.These near identical type of fittings are still used in boat building and are still familiar to a wooden boat builder today. Davey and Co who have been going since the 19th Century still supply them and they might easily be the original makers, hope that helps.

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you John. That's hugely useful! really appreciate your help. Nicola

  • @daver425
    @daver425 3 ปีที่แล้ว +199

    The mystery object would be a gudgeon. Part of the hinging arrangement for a wooden rudder. The mate is the pintle. See en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pintle

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Fantastic, Thank you! I shall study this link later this pm

    • @jonathandill3557
      @jonathandill3557 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Apparently, square copper nails are still used for making sailboats today since they don't corrode underwater like iron or brass would. The square shape is supposed to make the wood less likely to split than the conical tip of a wire nail. The thing that looks like a washer is something called a rove that makes it possible to mushroom the end of the nail to turn it into a rivet.

    • @tracyriordan7011
      @tracyriordan7011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Great eye!

    • @matthewspencer5086
      @matthewspencer5086 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Thank you! For some years I have been wondering why "Gudgeon's Meadow" between Bedford and Cardington is so called. The river Great Ouse divides into the "Lower River" or "Navigation Channel" and a by-water linking the Lower River to the "New Cut" which is a flood relief channel into which the "Upper River" overflows. I should think it's where you might need your rudder or tiller to work, really quite urgently as I've seen the by-water reverse its direction of flow by 180 degrees when the river is full.
      Gudgeon's Meadow was used as an athletics ground prior to the building of what is now known as the Paul Radcliffe Stadium, on the other side of the intricate river-engineering.

    • @monikawiedmann8594
      @monikawiedmann8594 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      How gratifying to have that confirmed, it was what came to my mind too. I am no expert, but spent enough time sailing on the seas to have seen such things!

  • @custardthepipecat6584
    @custardthepipecat6584 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    The mystery object is sea stirrup for riding sea horses, i remember this from a previous life when i was in the Queens under sea highland lancers. 😸

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Thank you! Mystery solved at last ❤️😃

    • @aleta5873
      @aleta5873 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@nicolawhitemudlark Lol!

    • @robertgemski6524
      @robertgemski6524 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great answer 👉🏼 are awesome 😎

    • @dbkmk9378
      @dbkmk9378 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha good one.

    • @kaybaxter4249
      @kaybaxter4249 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @annhalton1963
    @annhalton1963 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    So sweet how you rescue the crabs and fish and feed the swans. Wish there were more kind souls like you :)

  • @pattydorr4848
    @pattydorr4848 3 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    You have made the nightmare of the pandemic (and here in America, the political riots) less stressful by introducing peaceful river sounds and intriguing mudlarking finds. Thanks.

    • @heehaw8401
      @heehaw8401 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      There are no political riots in the US

    • @karel81
      @karel81 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@heehaw8401 You sure about that, mate.

    • @crow-jane
      @crow-jane 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Weren’t all the *protests* last summer? We haven’t had a riot since 1.6.

    • @janearcher3834
      @janearcher3834 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There were mostly protests in the US in 2020. It's what is needed to bring some issues to the fore of public consciousness and affect a change.

    • @jennynevins6329
      @jennynevins6329 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mostly protests??
      Six police officers killed, several civilians, a billion dollars of property damage, many businesses vandalized, etc etc.
      Five way to bring attention to violence I guess .

  • @justdustino1371
    @justdustino1371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Before the American Revolution, in the American colonies, large straight trees suitable for use as a ship's mast were property of the crown, regardless of where they may be. A tax collector would mark these trees with the broad arrow using a hatchet and hammer. The Pine Tree Rebellion that preceded the War of Independence had to do with a Tax Collector finding illegally harvested trees with broad arrows on them in a saw mill.
    Not everything had a broad arrow though. Alot of British equipment was used by the Confederacy and brass pieces of a British bayonet scabbard I dug were stamped with a crown, and "V. R.".

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Thanks so much Dustin. I always appreciate the facts that you come out with including this one. I know that putting the broad arrow on even the nails helped prevent people from stealing them... x

    • @vicarious1717
      @vicarious1717 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Mast Road got its name from the large white pine trees that were reserved by the King to make masts for the Royal Navy when New Hampshire lands were first granted. ... Anselm College and Pinardville, which was named after Edmond Pinard, a grocer who owned property on the Manchester/Goffstown town line.

    • @justdustino1371
      @justdustino1371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@vicarious1717 Now that is interesting!
      It wasn't long ago I saw a house for sale up there, either in NH or VT, I don't remember! But the house , it had been renovated many times and had ultra modern appliances, up to date plumbing and wiring, etc..........The house was built in 1690! Most of the structure was original but I think it was mentioned that a closet in the kitchen was unmodified with the original 1690 door.

    • @Bill23799
      @Bill23799 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I remember the first time I saw a " Broad Arrow " was while watching an episode of the Benny Hill Show. It was a sketch with prisoners and they all wore prison clothes with big broad arrows on them. Does that mean the prisoners were property of the Crown?

    • @barbaraflagg5380
      @barbaraflagg5380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Here in North Carolina, no doubt many, many tall pines were “marked” and used for British masts.

  • @guadalupeknippen2636
    @guadalupeknippen2636 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Nicola, I must say, hands down you are the best eagle eye mudlarker. You find the tiniest objects. I kept gasping at each item you uncovered. The catering badge and the very long nail with the broad arrows might have been the best. Also the grouping of tiny metal pieces that formed a fish, just fabulous!!!!! I love how your artistic mind works. Thank you, thank you for a great mudlark adventure. ❤️🇺🇸💟

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for watching and for such a lovely comment xx

  • @thanrose
    @thanrose 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Barbie Nicola was delightful! Wonderful job and creative accessories. One blobby glass was an onion bottle, Barbie sized, I think.

  • @crowznest438
    @crowznest438 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The last part of the vid edited with your research and items cleaned up is fantastic! I know that's a lot of work but it makes your vids stand out.

  • @relicholic7508
    @relicholic7508 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I thought it might have been a deck scupper off an old boat but rudderpintle sounds better to this landlubber. The army catering corps badge is a brilliant find. My maternal grandfather was a cook in the English army in WWII so that strikes close to my heart. I remember many a Sunday dinner of roast beef and Yorkshire pudding by his hand. He lived between Putney and Richmond and he used to take us on walks over chiswick bridge.Thanks for bringing back memories forgotten by a young lad of 6-10yrs old back in the late 60’s

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you. what lovely memories too! x

    • @relicholic7508
      @relicholic7508 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Nicky L I almost edited that in after I read it. My grandad was actually born in Galway his father was a Connaught Ranger during the Great War.Great grandad was actually half Irish half Scottish but he moved his family to London around 1920. I didn’t understand why at the time but grand was quick to differentiate between the Irish and the English in conversation but if his Scottish heritage came up he had no comment and the genealogy talk was over with at that point. I should note that he was a Campbell but that’s another history lesson. Thank you for correcting me. I think that Galway grandad resented the fact that “the Devil’s Own” wasn’t reactivated so he was just a displaced Irishman serving in an Englishman’s army perchance? What do I know I’m half yank quarter Irish and quarter English; just another world mongrel. Sorry TMI

    • @moldering
      @moldering 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Could that be a trail piece from a cannon?

    • @svenska81
      @svenska81 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My dad was an American naval cook in WWII, and also made a roast with Yorkshire pudding for Sunday dinner. His maternal grandparents were from Yorkshire.

  • @thurin84
    @thurin84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    4:14 sure looks like another coin in the upper left.
    always love the military finds!
    that big metal bracket looks like maybe a keel or rudder reinforcement.

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you!

    • @patstats1
      @patstats1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Certainly was a coin at frame 4:42 nestled in the space above your middle and index fingers of your left hand!

    • @lugenewhittenberger1983
      @lugenewhittenberger1983 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes, I saw that, too. I was checking the comments to see if anyone else saw it.

  • @suzanneearp86
    @suzanneearp86 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Nicola, I love mudlarking - by default! - alongside you. Did you know (you probably do!) That the remnant of tobacco still left in a pipe is called a "dottle"? Thank you for another lovely and informative video today.

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Hi Suzanne, no I didn't know that, but now I do and it's a wonderful word! Thank you so much

    • @rockreader4298
      @rockreader4298 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank You, Suzanne. I just learned something new. : ) Dottle sounds much better than glob. Lol

  • @charlesperez9976
    @charlesperez9976 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Nicola,you know that I adore you,you know that I am a super fan.
    The beginning of this video,with the mermaid in the sand,it captured my heart.
    You are such a delight!
    🥰

  • @presbyterosBassI
    @presbyterosBassI 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That is a very elegant cardigan. Looking lovely, as usual.

  • @janmitchell641
    @janmitchell641 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I absolutely love your timeline art doll! She’s fantastic, right down to the finds, knee pads, everything! Now that is a true sign of respect and appreciation for what you do. It’s nice to see that you get some jolly rewards from this, like we get from you.❤️

  • @judylutz1702
    @judylutz1702 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Sunday is my favorite day of the week. I look so forward to your videos.

  • @ericball6000
    @ericball6000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Nicola, buttons buttons buttons everywhere, I say get the Nicola doll on the shelves by Christmas, it would make a smashing gift, cheers.

  • @divaden47
    @divaden47 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    My dear old Poppa was in the Army Catering Corps! Lovely to see one, sadly don't have his one just in a photo. Great finds!!

  • @cindyluwho602003
    @cindyluwho602003 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I loved everything, but the Barbie tribute to you with diorama was truly epic!

    • @suzannelewis9817
      @suzannelewis9817 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hi Nicola, love watching your videos, such enthusiasm for history and finds, well done xx

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@suzannelewis9817 Thank you Suzanne x

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Cindy! so glad you enjoyed x

  • @tonygiraldes7848
    @tonygiraldes7848 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Just the greatest channel and content creator! 😊❤️

  • @Carolbearce
    @Carolbearce 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The catering button is a very cool find. Loved to see what you find and the history around them.

  • @BigLisaFan
    @BigLisaFan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Army Catering Corps, formed 1941, amalgamated into the Royal Logistics Corps 1993. Those broad head nails would look nice if left full length and a hole drilled for a key chain or watch fob.
    Great and wonderful finds today. Each week a new adventure. Love from Canada.

  • @evastanford2249
    @evastanford2249 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nicola, I enjoy what you do ,I see all those beautiful Little Rock’s and I have collected them all my life.Get me one and send to me,I would be so glad, I am almost 80 . I have never been to England and I do love your country. Love you and you what you do.God bless

  • @thethe6232
    @thethe6232 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your keen eye never fails to amaze me Nicola. Another great Video. Thanks you.

  • @cyndybutler7330
    @cyndybutler7330 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I’ve been following you for about 3 years but as Cynthia patterson , I love seeing what you find it’s the history and the wonder of where it’s been and who had it , it’s fascinating to me

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you Cyndy. Im so glad you're enjoying xx

  • @gaiaocracy
    @gaiaocracy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow! Great opening sequence!

  • @Stellar12316
    @Stellar12316 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh how I do love your videos never stop making them you are rescuing are history cheers from the colonies of Canada

  • @juanitabefort8829
    @juanitabefort8829 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh, and i loved the fish you made with the metal finds..

  • @cathafloat1195
    @cathafloat1195 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    We were a service family and our married quarter furniture, kitchen equipment etc had a “broad arrow”. We would call it a “bench mark”, though I read that a bench mark is used for surveying; you see them etched on the corner of a building or bridge, for instance. Don’t tell the queen but I have a brown stoneware mixing bowl, which I use for my Christmas puddings, has a bench mark

    • @philiphawley2915
      @philiphawley2915 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisgrill6302 A bench mark denotes UK gov. property

  • @paulapirpignani4802
    @paulapirpignani4802 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Always a pleasure! Thank you Nicola for the adventures! Love history xx

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Paula! x

    • @paulapirpignani4802
      @paulapirpignani4802 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nicolawhitemudlark I would totally be down in the muck w you poking around if I were closer! I love this and enjoy watching yoU and Si! Continued blessings🐠🐟

  • @PRR5406
    @PRR5406 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're passing over tons of bronze and copper ship fittings. The larger heavy item appears to be the remains of a ship's deadeye. Fascinating picking in the Thames. I'd love to join you on the flats. Only a little history has passed through those waters.

  • @richardpatterson2855
    @richardpatterson2855 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love watching to see what you find and listen to you talk about your findings

  • @ralphwood9865
    @ralphwood9865 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Back again ,we went to dinner at our daughters.
    I agree 1100%with Dave Richards below, this chunk of metal was part of the fittings to a reasonably large rudder ,probably wooden, the broad arrow marked "Nails" are probably rivets that woud have held the wooden blade of the rudder and have a hole at the top "gudgeon" which would fit over the the Rudder pintles which are the hanging pins on which the gudgeons fit and pivot(there would be several of these depending on the size of the rudder and some mechanism at the head of the rudder to attach a tiller or other steering mechanism,This could have been a rudder on a Thames Barge or a Lighter both of which were used extensively on the Thames.Your's with the broad arrow and your location near Greenwich would indicate some Royal Naval attachment.
    I never tire of through research you turn up fascinating stories from history along with an appreciation of the natural history of the Thames be it a graceful swan or a gull pecking at some tit bit .I can see that Catering Corps button being featured in your upcomong talk which alas I wont be able to attend.I couldnt close without commenting on your gorgeous jacket all sparkly like your eyes and your hair so sleak and very glamourous.I also have to comment on your lack of Pink wellies in this vlog but fel a little better in that the Cindy doll was suitably attired.
    Great vlog Nicola so good to see you back ion your beloved Thames foreshore XXX

  • @Adam-Gates-Mudlark
    @Adam-Gates-Mudlark 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    The mystery object could be something to support the end of a barge/boat. Beautiful finds Nicola, always love finding buttons!! Such personal finds.

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks Adam! you could be right there. yes, buttons are so special aren't they!

    • @drunkdunc8738
      @drunkdunc8738 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think you're right about the end of a boat Adam, take a bow but expect some stern criticism 😬🍻

    • @simonperry330
      @simonperry330 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      One nail apeard to be stamped with the Ordanance Stamp up turned Arrow

  • @AbuPaul
    @AbuPaul 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely lady and an incredible channel. I thoroughly enjoyed watching this video. Thank you and Greetings from California :)

  • @barrysansom3801
    @barrysansom3801 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an interesting lady. I am so pleased to find this gem and look forward to seeing more 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @sinjaja5836
    @sinjaja5836 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Who wouldn't Love a beautiful old Nail? ... Or are we a little Strange? 😬 Loved the large Copper one. Thanks for this wonderful Episode!

  • @tracyriordan7011
    @tracyriordan7011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Nicola, you looked absolutely stunning. As did your little "Mini me" by Jennifer Kelly (fantastic job Jennifer! You got the black and white striped good luck tee, the pink boots, the little trowel, the hair was spot on, the little fanny pack, everything, including your recreation of the foreshore! I wax dying when it was shown!! You are awesome!! I loved this soooo much and Nicola adding it at the closing standing in the.mud on the foreshore was priceless)!!! ( : Plus your metal pieces fish was delightful and beautifully made as well as charming!
    Loved this whole video today! It was full of serendipitous surprises and interesting fun finds! ( : Have a great rest of your week! ( : 💖💖💖 Tracy ( :

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Tracy. I am so glad you enjoyed it and thank you for the lovely compliments! Sending you love and you have a great week too xx

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! ❤️

    • @lawrencegt2229
      @lawrencegt2229 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lovely sentiment but can North American reviewers refrain from calling a bum bag/hip bag a f**** pack? It's a very rude word in the UK and not to be mentioned in polite discourse.
      Cheerio

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lawrencegt2229 haha Lawrence 😃

  • @frankparsons1629
    @frankparsons1629 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just so fascinating Nicola, many interesting and quirky bits n bobs sitting on the mud! Thank you for sharing.

  • @patstats1
    @patstats1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fabulous cardigan! It makes you glow!

  • @christyrich9495
    @christyrich9495 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your Barbie is awesome! Jennifer included such great details. Side note: Finding the comments on this video very informative

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Christy. Yes, we are so lucky to have such a great community on this channel I have to say. Everyone is so helpful and knowledgeable x

  • @blaynklsajfds
    @blaynklsajfds 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    That looks like a rudder pintle for a small boat

    • @justdustino1371
      @justdustino1371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Could be tip of a yardarm, or part of the masts and rigging.

    • @robchilders
      @robchilders 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That's what I thought. Looks almost like the pintle from my sailboat rudder.

    • @davidlathrop9360
      @davidlathrop9360 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Wikipedia has the plans for a 31 foot longboat here: upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/85/Longboat_31_ft_1801.jpg And I agree, it may be the upper pintle for the rudder of something that size.

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you

  • @SecretSquirrelFun
    @SecretSquirrelFun ปีที่แล้ว

    I’d want to get those beautiful nails out of the larger piece of metal. Those nails are just so beautiful. I just adore how some metals like copper are relatively unaffected by time and conditions. Just amazing.

  • @davidmarshall7752
    @davidmarshall7752 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can see how one would develop a great eye for seeing things in the mud. Cool.

  • @renjones4708
    @renjones4708 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The Apostle spoons make an appearance in the Starz series Outlander. You would love the books too. Watching from Missouri. My favorite Mudlarking adventures. I would love to buy one of your Art Fish, but find them only as Sold Out sadly.

    • @constancemiller3753
      @constancemiller3753 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They always sell out:( I'm asking Santa Claus for a Christmas fish.🤞

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. Yes I will have some on etsy eventually. It's taking me ages Im sorry! if you give me your email address i'll add it to the list and will let you know when there will be fish on etsy x

    • @elizabethscruggs1622
      @elizabethscruggs1622 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If anyone hasn't seen Outlander it's a must watch! However, I would suggest watching from Episode 1 of the series. It's amazing and starting from the beginning will let u understand the progression and some of the mysteries. Really, it's done VERY WELL and the costumes are great.

  • @aliencat11
    @aliencat11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Brilliant finds!! And I love mudlarking Barbie!!!!❤❤

    • @martinjcamp
      @martinjcamp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mudlark Barbie is a Collector Doll for certain! How about a Mudlark Ken.... err.... Simon?

    • @aliencat11
      @aliencat11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@martinjcamp perfect!

  • @susanwylie9890
    @susanwylie9890 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMG ...just sitting down after dinner with a cuppa to enjoy Sir Tony on the telly...talking about the Thames, and who do I spot in her familiar striped top and flowing golden hair!!! Hello Nicola...on tv in New Zealand. But we don’t get too excited ...it’s probably a repeat!

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi! Oh how funny. I hope you enjoyed it. I remember that outing very well. It was a lot of fun xx

  • @lindagomez3114
    @lindagomez3114 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful finds Nicola! My favorite is the Heart shaped Fossil! Love your Glamorous Jacket! Very Chic!!

  • @timtaylor1365
    @timtaylor1365 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lovely finds Nicola. The iron ON OFF switch reminds me of a gold pendant I once saw at Garrard's jewellers - ON OFF switch for a woman's moods - ON was green emerald, OFF was a red ruby - rather appropriate I thought!

  • @ibqdiaz
    @ibqdiaz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    my favorite show! greetings from Mexicali, Mexico!!

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Raul! Hello to you over there in Mexico!! xx

  • @melanienicholson2834
    @melanienicholson2834 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoyed your video and the follow through on the objects found is what will keep me coming back for more!!

  • @momof2n8993
    @momof2n8993 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved seeing all your larks, the doll is adorable.

  • @mymagiclieswithin
    @mymagiclieswithin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Such a fun lark today! Always love seeing your finds. The Cap Badge and the Apostle spoon are just wonderful! Not only do I look forward to your round-ups with the clean up of the found treasures and the background on the items, but I love looking at your shelves behind you and seeing so many treasures sitting there that I was with you when they were found. Ah, such good times I have had on our many larks together, even though I am clear across the pond! Take care, stay safe. Keep all those you cherish close. ~Jen

  • @owlfethurz8377
    @owlfethurz8377 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What an enjoyable video! As you turned over a rock and found another antique coin I was chuckling...all I ever find that way are squigly bugs! I loved the fish you crafted from the pieces of metal you found, you inspire me to be more creative. The Tideline Art Nic (aka Barbie) is wonderful, so many details. Thanks again!

  • @helenburke9507
    @helenburke9507 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful day !! Such good fun and interesting!! History never stops. And you make it so interesting. You!!!!

  • @MaMaSmo123
    @MaMaSmo123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your channel. US here. Usually watch on big TV can’t comment there but here to see what the heck that Navy piece might be lol. If you find out please include in next video. Curiosity killing me…..
    But while I’m here… great channel always interesting, always entertaining & always relaxing.
    Great job! God Bless & happy mudlarking to you!!❤️💐👍🏻🍀

  • @Beth_D
    @Beth_D 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a lot of lovely things you found! I jumped when I noticed the demon dog sat behind you during the round up 😱😂

    • @susanbdusan2785
      @susanbdusan2785 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The more times I see it, the cuter it gets. Love that grin!

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@susanbdusan2785 it's true, it does get cuter!!

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Beth. Yes the dog is right at home now and is very happy x

  • @sandcoils4232
    @sandcoils4232 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Awesome finds, love the history you found and saved!

  • @bronwynleeper2806
    @bronwynleeper2806 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a lovely introduction!🌻

  • @rogerdempsey7227
    @rogerdempsey7227 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome information about your fines and history and your video lovely photos of the day fines you stay blessed and see you again on the next episode O so had a wonderful birthday sorry you didn't get to be there 🙏🥰❤

  • @maritarver4588
    @maritarver4588 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I noticed the gourds in the background and wondered what the story was . I'm a member of the Texas Gourd Society and I'm so curious! BTW, I love Mud Girl!

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Mari. Wow, the Texas Gourd Society! Well someone in the USA sent me that dried gourd that they had painted. I really love it! It actually could be a bird box for nesting - as there is a hole in it

  • @ashbell6712
    @ashbell6712 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Super interesting finds and the extra info you provide on them adds even more great context. Thanks for another great Sunday treat nicola. From ash Xx

  • @rebelyell2741
    @rebelyell2741 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was a good double sided, open end wrench you walked past. Always keep a useful tool

  • @sallystege7163
    @sallystege7163 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for lovely video. Being an American, I sure enjoy your voice. What a great day.you had.

  • @AtheistOrphan
    @AtheistOrphan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    My ex-squadie brother tells me that the insignia on the ACC cap badge was colloquially known as ‘the flaming piss-pot’.

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh my goodness! Love that :)

    • @michaeldicker4839
      @michaeldicker4839 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Being an ex-squaddie I can confirm that ACC were known as Andy Capps' Commandos

    • @Mick028
      @Mick028 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @b tuber That's the name I remember them by as well!

    • @WildPony001
      @WildPony001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @b tuber my sister was in the ACC based at CMH Aldershot. And by her cooking skills Aldershot Concrete Company is probably apt,lolol

  • @beckyjo8745
    @beckyjo8745 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That mermaid pipe is so beautiful!!! You had good finds today!

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      isn't it gorgeous. Germander is very good at spotting magical pipes

  • @eyiapandora3933
    @eyiapandora3933 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The little right angle piece og metal looks like a book corner (to protect the corners),. What a great hobby.

  • @kennysherrill6542
    @kennysherrill6542 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was a very thoughtful gift, the Barbie Doll was ingenious. I have a number of Honk Kong coins from 1978 when I was there last and the other coins where very interesting as well. 👍👍👍👍👍❤🇺🇸

  • @aengusmacnaughton1375
    @aengusmacnaughton1375 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Yay! Have not even started watching yet, but had to give you a shout-out!

  • @Mountlougallops
    @Mountlougallops 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My favorite video you’ve made so far. Loved the mermaid 🧜🏻‍♀️ appearing from the Thames and the fishy you saved was so precious. You had a great day. That cap badge and the glass seal were both cool food finds. I wonder what kind of cap it went on. A regular military cap or a special caterer’s cap? Was that a wine bottle? Or maybe water? Cool how that part was heavy enough that it survived perfectly intact, broken away from the bottle.
    Your talk will go brilliantly. I know this because that’s my 65th birthday 🎂
    Stay well. Stay safe. Take care Nicola 🤍🕊

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Linda! x

    • @Mountlougallops
      @Mountlougallops 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nicolawhitemudlark 🍻

    • @TheValueOfLaughing
      @TheValueOfLaughing 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Happy Upcoming Birthday Linda! Mine is the same day also!

    • @Mountlougallops
      @Mountlougallops 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheValueOfLaughing happy Birthday 🎈 to us!! Aren’t we perfectly awesome Virgos?

    • @TheValueOfLaughing
      @TheValueOfLaughing 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Mountlougallops Absolutely!

  • @juanitabefort8829
    @juanitabefort8829 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my goodness! Nicola barbie!!! That was awesome jennifer!! Lovit!

  • @vickipease6653
    @vickipease6653 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So cool to be you! Nice of you to save the flat fish! Loving your videos and the mini you!

  • @robertlowery5586
    @robertlowery5586 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    WOW! You always surprise us with something-really liked the opening today.

  • @deathstarHQ
    @deathstarHQ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Nicola, I think the Mysterious find is a version of a Sistrum, some had extended rods for change in tone some didn't, the later Roman versions were more like this one.

  • @christinaczarnecki625
    @christinaczarnecki625 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    love your bits and pieces fish !!! what fantasy ! and the barbie , LOL!!!

  • @gerseygal3633
    @gerseygal3633 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nicola, great finds this mudlarking....I love all the history that's in the Thames...

  • @chriswhelan3412
    @chriswhelan3412 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lovely episode! Lots of interesting finds. Great idea to collect the modern coins to donate. It would be fun to have viewers guess how much you collect in a year. All the best, Chris from Florida

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Chris. That's a great idea!

    • @autumnrose76
      @autumnrose76 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Whatever you collect maybe we can do a thing where we get people to match the amount for charity I’d love to help

  • @Mike-James
    @Mike-James 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    What I like is you can go over the same place over several tides and find something interesting. In my teens I found a silver sixpence on a beach but it had the the name of a trading company on it.

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      oh fabulous find. I would love to find something like that!

  • @shirleyn546
    @shirleyn546 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the glass bottle seal, and love the bling cardie!

  • @paulbenson2452
    @paulbenson2452 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Nicola,
    What can I say. Excellent video. You are an amazing teacher. I look forward to what you come up with next. Thank you.
    Poppet

  • @drunkdunc8738
    @drunkdunc8738 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ah, so if the broad arrow points down either my beer or myself is the wrong way up ? 🤔Cheers Nicola 🍻

  • @matthewspencer5086
    @matthewspencer5086 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Corvid 19 makes another appearance. It looks as if, he could be interviewed about his mudlarking experiences he would be quite proud of his collection of chicken bones.

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ha ha yes he would Matthew. That did make me chuckle! xx

  • @tokenhillbilly3745
    @tokenhillbilly3745 ปีที่แล้ว

    U love them bc u know a person made them. It’s artistic skill. I appreciate all old stuff

  • @lindacarruthers3423
    @lindacarruthers3423 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another enjoyable piece of a day spent with you . What an eye you have developed for seeing the foreshore minutiae .When given a chance to look for the treasure you have spotted , I almost always fail .

  • @charlesperez9976
    @charlesperez9976 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh crudddd,now I’m all preoccupied with you being shrunk!!!
    So,another Haiku for you!
    Nicola,so small!
    You find such tiny treasures!
    That’s why I love you!
    Ok I think I got the syllables right!

  • @watsondna
    @watsondna 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just ran across your channel. Fascinating! Thank you for sharing.

  • @aanunkitch2426
    @aanunkitch2426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The copper nailed "clamp" or "hinge" is part of a rudder. Lovely find if you could find which ship. Always be you Nichola x

  • @glennaw1547
    @glennaw1547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another wonder video. Thank you for having another adventure and taking us along. We look forward to relaxing with you each week.

  • @Rescheff
    @Rescheff 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    People like you make my day!!!

  • @goldbunny1973
    @goldbunny1973 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    ...in a dirty chunky mysterious sort of way. Love it. Anything with copper and shiny bits in it would get taken home with me no questions asked. It's a bit like playing "Where's Wally" but with a muddy shore instead of a book page. ..Oh I love that fishy picture, you could have that printed and sold as a Mudlarker's Channel T-Shirt.

  • @thefightdoctor1257
    @thefightdoctor1257 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Nicola Doll is outstanding, that is a real treasure.

  • @johnwoodcock3208
    @johnwoodcock3208 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done as always princess Nicola!!👍

  • @thomaslennon3658
    @thomaslennon3658 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How fortunate you are Nicola to have the River Thames so close by!

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes I know!

    • @thomaslennon3658
      @thomaslennon3658 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nicolawhitemudlark A lifetime of never ending discovery, for sure! I love the Victorian England era, if I only had a time machine!

  • @0210rokvist
    @0210rokvist 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always a pleasure. Love the fish

  • @66CLASS
    @66CLASS 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    you have good days & bad days on the Thames you had a Fantastic one lots of lovely finds . PS my wife loves your Glittery top

  • @kwenim1
    @kwenim1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi nick your one beautiful lady, thank you for sharing all you do, simon.xx

  • @sherryrector2275
    @sherryrector2275 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So enjoyed this video today. Thanks for sharing and take care.

  • @MrLotrecht
    @MrLotrecht 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    10:36 a grease valve ! The fish knows where the journey goes! He was so calm didnt jump around- great job!

    • @nicolawhitemudlark
      @nicolawhitemudlark  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes I am very relieved he didn't jump off the trowel

  • @pollatso
    @pollatso 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Happy Sunday video thank you 🙏🦆