Investigating historic lead and zinc mines in the Hanover-Fierro District for galena and sphalerite crystals. Investigating Historic Lead and Zinc Mines in the Hanover-Fierro DistrictThe Hanover-Fierro District in New Mexico…
The Lost Gold Bars of the Santa Margarita in the Dry Tortugas The Lost Gold Bars of the Santa Margarita in the Dry Tortugas Introduction to the Santa Margarita The…
Techniques for Recovering Silver From Electrum Using Electrolysis Techniques for Recovering Silver From Electrum Using ElectrolysisElectrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver, often contains varying quantities of both…
Exploring the remote valleys of Tibet for signs of the "Chanting Peaks," mountains believed to hum at dusk. Exploring the Remote Valleys of Tibet for Signs of the Chanting PeaksThe…
The Buried Relics of the Platte River Outlaws Introduction to the Platte River Outlaws The tumultuous period of American history during the 19th century was characterized by westward expansion, conflicts…
Locating Early Trade Relics in Junctions of Historic River Systems Locating Early Trade Relics in Junctions of Historic River SystemsThe intersection of historic river systems has long been acknowledged as…
Exploring gemstone pockets in Brazil’s Paraíba mines, famous for rare electric-blue tourmalines. Exploring Gemstone Pockets in Brazil’s Paraíba MinesBrazils Paraíba mines have established themselves as a beacon for rockhounds and…
Investigating reports of glowing, bioluminescent cryptids in deep jungle rivers. Investigating Reports of Glowing, Bioluminescent Cryptids in Deep Jungle RiversThe dense and often unexplored jungles of the world harbor many…
Testing Stream Gravel for Traces of Native Copper Nuggets Testing Stream Gravel for Traces of Native Copper NuggetsNative copper nuggets, formed through natural processes, hold considerable interest for both amateur…
Studying Ocean Wreck Databases for Sunken Treasure Locations Studying Ocean Wreck Databases for Sunken Treasure LocationsThe study of ocean wreck databases serves as a critical tool in the quest for…