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Life
Plumber Finds Gold Under a Bathtub in Canada
Gold has been found in some wonderfully strange places over the years, including one bar worth $50,000, which was found by a plumber underneath a bathtub in Canada.
Plumber Alif Babul was dismantling a bathtub at a home in Calgary,...
Greek News
The Places Where Gold Can Still Be Found in America
Searching for gold in America with a metal detector is a favorite pastime for thousands who dream of striking it rich.
Finding gold can be a challenging and rewarding experience as shown in the recent example of an amateur metal...
Archaeology
Ancient Necropolis Loaded With Treasures Discovered Near Rome
Archaeologists near Rome's ancient city of Tarquinia discovered an ancient Roman necropolis loaded with treasures. In 57 decorated tombs, there were 67 well-dressed skeletons wearing gold jewelry and precious stones.
The discovery was accidental, as it took place during a...
Science
Space Invaders Brought Gold and Platinum to Earth, Yale Scientists Say
Scientists at Yale and the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) delved into the mysteries of gold and platinum's origins. Their research provides a fresh perspective on how these precious metals made their way to shallow pockets within Earth's mantle.
The study,...
Archaeology
When an Amateur Metal Hunter Made the ‘Gold Find of the Century’
Last summer, an amateur metal detectorist in Norway discovered what archaeologists have hailed as Norway’s “gold find of the century”.
He dug up nine engraved gold pendants, ten gold pearls, and three gold rings—all dating to the sixth century A.D....
World
Large Gold Deposit Discovered in Mongolia
A large-scale gold deposit whose value is estimated at $2.38 billion was recently discovered in Urad Middle Banner of Bayannuur in the Chinese autonomous region of Inner Mongolia, during a geological exploration, China Daily reported.
The total amount of gold...
Business
Billions Worth of Gold May Be Hidden in an Abandoned California Mine
A gold mine in Nevada County, California which ceased operations in 1956 may reopen after experts suggest that it may still contain one of the world’s highest-grade gold reserves.
The San Francisco Chronicle reports that the future of the 160-year-old...
Archaeology
Top Ten Gold Treasure Discoveries of the Century
Gold, a timeless symbol of wealth and beauty, has been closely tied to remarkable finds throughout human history. Its enduring appeal is evident in its continued popularity over the centuries.
In the last century, the search for gold was not limited...
Animals
Half a Million Worth of ‘Floating Gold’ Found in Dead Whale
A dead sperm whale was recently discovered on the shores of La Palma, an isle part of the Canary Islands. Little did anyone expect that a valuable treasure lay concealed within its digestive system.
Due to rough ocean conditions and...
Business
Gold Hits All-Time High, Crypto Assets Also on a Charge
Gold has climbed to a record high for the second session in a row, as investors flock to the traditional safe haven asset amid hopes of interest rate cuts in the months ahead.
The price of gold has reached $2,111.39...