Hidden Treasure Unearthed from "Empty" West Point Time Capsule

A 194-year-old time capsule discovered at West Point initially appeared to contain only dust, but upon further examination, historians found six silver American coins dating from 1795 to 1828 and a commemorative medal. The coins and medal were discovered in the sediment of the lead box, which had been placed in the base of a monument by cadets. The unexpected findings confirmed the theory that the box was left by cadets in 1828 or 1829. The historical artifacts will be preserved and analyzed, and a new time capsule will be placed in the monument for future generations.