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Treasure Hunting
, 09 25th, 2008Though many metal detecting aficionados may say they only find pennies and soda-pop can tops during their day-to-day detecting, others have struck it rich. In the last century treasure-hunting enthusiasts toting metal detectors have discovered rare coins, antique medals, and even chests of gold and silver. A man in Texas recently uncovered a rare Civil War battle medal near his home.
The medal sold for $11,000.A California resident found a $5 gold coin that was minted in 1851. At auction the coin was valued at $40,000. A cache of nearly 15,000 late 4th and early 5th century gold and silver coins were discovered by a Brit near Suffolk, England. Those who love metal detecting would tell you that treasure is out there, and half the fun is just looking for it.
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