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local3 hours ago•1 min saved

Ohio treasure hunter freed after refusing to disclose shipwreck gold stash

An Ohio treasure hunter who recovered gold from the 1857 SS Central America wreck was released from prison after years for refusing to disclose the gold’s location to investors and authorities. Investors claim he sold about $50 million of gold without paying them; Thompson contends the remaining gold was placed in a Belize trust and that the proceeds funded legal fees and loans. He faced sizable fines in addition to imprisonment.

via WKRC|

#gold #legal-case #local

human-interest1 year ago•3 min saved

NYC Couple Finds $100K in Safe While Magnet Fishing

A New York couple, James Kane and Barbi Agostini, discovered a safe containing an estimated $80,000 while magnet fishing in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. They reported the find to the police, who allowed them to keep the money due to its deteriorated condition. The couple plans to restore the cash and use it to buy property. They have been magnet fishing since the pandemic and share their adventures on social media.

via NBC News|

#found-money #human-interest #magnet-fishing

human-interest1 year ago•2 min saved

NYC Couple Finds Safe with $100K While Magnet Fishing

A New York City couple, James Kane and Barbie Agostini, discovered a safe filled with $100,000 while magnet fishing in a Queens lake. The NYPD allowed them to keep the cash, but the U.S. Treasury Department will need to piece together the damaged bills to determine the final amount. The couple plans to use the money to buy a home or invest in new fishing equipment.

via Fox News|

#cash #human-interest #magnet-fishing

human-interest1 year ago•2 min saved

NYC Couple Finds $100K in Safe While Magnet Fishing, Allowed to Keep It

A couple in New York found a safe containing $100,000 while magnet fishing in a lake. After informing the police, they were allowed to keep the money as it was not linked to any crime and the original owner could not be identified.

via NDTV|

#found-money #human-interest #magnet-fishing

human-interest1 year ago•3 min saved

"Treasure Hunter Unearths England's Largest Gold Nugget Despite Faulty Metal Detector"

A treasure-hunter in England, Richard Brock, discovered a 64.8-gram gold nugget, potentially the largest ever found in the UK, with an estimated value of £30,000 to £40,000. Despite arriving late and using faulty equipment, Brock's find highlights the growing popularity of metal detecting as a hobby, driven by the thrill of finding treasure and connecting with history. While technology has advanced the pursuit, Brock's discovery underscores the role of luck and intuition in unearthing valuable artifacts.

via ScienceAlert|

#gold-nugget #hobby #human-interest

human-interest1 year ago•3 min saved

"Unearthing England's Largest Gold Nugget Despite Faulty Metal Detector"

A metal detectorist in England discovered a 64.8-gram gold nugget, potentially the largest ever found in the country, with an estimated value of $38,000, despite using faulty equipment and arriving late to the search. The hobby of metal detecting has been gaining popularity, with enthusiasts drawn to the thrill of finding historical artifacts and treasures. While the excitement of discovering valuable items is a primary motivation, enthusiasts also find joy in connecting with the past and escaping the pressures of modern life.

via Business Insider|

#england #gold-nugget #hobby

world2 years ago•2 min saved

"Metal Detectorist Unearths Rare Centuries-Old Dutch Gold Coin in Poland"

A man using a metal detector discovered a rare centuries-old Dutch golden ducat coin from 1777 on the southern coast of Poland, marking the first of its kind found in the country. The coin, found at the site of the oldest Dominican monastery, showcases a knight on one side and an inscription in harmony with the year. This discovery highlights the rich history of the city and the significance of the Republic of the Netherlands during the late 18th century.

via CBS News|

#historical-discovery #metal-detector #netherlands

business2 years ago•1 min saved

California's Winter Rainfall Triggers New Gold Rush Excitement.

With the record rainfall over the winter and wildfires of recent years, treasure hunters are again combing the loosened rocks and soil of California for gold. As massive snowpack built up during the winter storms in the Sierra Nevada mountains begin to melt with the warmer weather, the rushing water pushes gold in the mountains down into the rivers. Several treasure seekers told the outlets that they have come across gold nuggets and flakes during their treasure hunts.

via Fox News|

#business #california #gold-rush