Ancient Spotlight Unearthed: A Historic Discovery

In a remarkable discovery, a team recently retrieved an ancient object from a river, suspected to be a spotlight from the late 1800s to early 1900s. The CBC reached out regarding this artifact after it was shared on social media, sparking public interest. The object, likely used on a riverboat, was found near Fredericton, suggesting a connection to historic rail and water transport routes. The retrieval involved only hands and a paddleboard, demonstrating an intriguing hands-on approach to archaeology. Upon excavation, initial guesses leaned toward it being a railway signal lamp, but further inspections led to the spotlight conclusion. Professional conservators are set to analyze and stabilize this rare find to uncover potential maker marks and details on its manufacturing process. Excitement was palpable among the team as they surfaced the item, transforming their muddy find into a piece of history that may reveal more about the era’s technological advancements.