..© 2001 Friends of the Hunley |
The most coveted
prize that everyone had hoped would be aboard the H.L. Hunley
was discovered by senior archaeologist Maria Jacobsen late Wednesday evening
May 23, 2001 as scientists were preparing to lift sediment with textiles
beneath the forward conning tower. From where the coin was found, it was
probably in the left pocket of Lt. Dixon's trousers or coat.
The find came right before the team ceased operations for the summer.  |
