Sheep tags

I recently found an interesting item while metal detecting in Honeyville.  It was some sort of tin clip with some very fancy lettering that said, "Newman Hunsaker, Honeyville, Utah  1901".  I was able to track down a great grandson of Newman Hunsaker and return it to the family.  Shortly after that I was informed that it was a sheep's ear tag.  Very nice tag.  Also, I enjoy finding things that can be linked to a specific place or family, it gives history that personal touch.

Side view of the clip

You may have to look closely, but you can still see the lettering

Stay tuned - I feel a more modern history post coming soon.  Perhaps a short history of Honeyville's legendary hermits.
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