This episode explores the fascinating topic of buried treasure legends and stories in the Tri-State area, encompassing Southern Illinois, Southern Indiana, and Western Kentucky.
Here are some of the key treasures and legends discussed:
- Kentucky Cornfield Gold: The episode begins with the exciting recent discovery of over 700 rare US gold coins in a Kentucky cornfield, estimated to be worth more than $2 million, highlighting the real possibility of finding buried treasure. [00:08]
- Why People Buried Treasure: The host provides historical context, explaining that before the establishment of the FDIC, people often chose to bury their valuable possessions as a safer alternative to banks. [01:45]
- Farmersburg Gold (Indiana): This episode recounts a 1987 report detailing the alleged burial of gold by soldiers near Farmersburg, Indiana. [04:22]
- Pirate Treasure at Cave-in-Rock (Illinois): Listeners are introduced to the enduring legends of pirate treasure supposedly hidden within the caves of Cave-in-Rock, Illinois. [07:04]
- Riverboat Silver near Golconda (Illinois): The episode shares tales of silver dollars lost from a wrecked riverboat near the town of Golconda, Illinois. [08:17]
- Harp Brothers' Gold near Dixon (Kentucky): The notorious Harp brothers, infamous outlaws, are linked to rumors of hidden gold coins near Dixon, Kentucky. [09:02]
- The Possibility of More: The show concludes with Matt expressing a strong belief that more buried and sunken treasure awaits discovery in the Tri-State area, using the recent Kentucky find as compelling evidence. [11:36]
- Important Reminder: The episode ends with a crucial reminder for anyone interested in treasure hunting to always obtain permission before searching on private property. [11:58]
Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/12
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https://indstate.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/folklore/id/3872/rec/10
https://www.heritagedaily.com/2023/03/cave-in-rock-and-americas-river-pirates/146392#:~:text=From%20the%20late%201700s%20to,cave%20(although%20there%20is%20no
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpe_brothers
