A crypto millionaire has hidden millions of dollars’ worth of treasure across the U.S. and is sharing the clues in a new book to help people find it. Jon Collins-Black revealed that he’s hidden valuable items—ranging from Olympic gold medals to rare collectibles and even Bitcoin—inside five mystery boxes. In his book, There’s Treasure Inside, he gives readers a roadmap for cracking the codes and locating these hidden treasures (Source: Treasure Inside).
The boxes aren’t buried deep in the ground—they’re all placed on public property, within three miles of a public road. While Collins-Black doesn’t know the exact worth of the treasure, he estimates he’s invested over $2 million collecting everything (Source: NBC 15). With Bitcoin’s recent surge in value, though, it’s safe to say that number is climbing fast. The whole hunt took over five years to set up, and it’s aimed at anyone who loves puzzles, adventure, and the idea of stumbling upon a treasure chest (Source: NBC Los Angeles).
What’s Hidden in the Treasure Chests?
The treasure hunt launched by the crypto millionaire is no small thing. Hidden around the country are chests containing some seriously rare and valuable items. Here’s a look at what’s inside:
- Multiple bitcoin worth over $100,000 each (Source: NBC Los Angeles)
- A gold medal from the Nigerian men’s Olympic team in 1996 (Source: NBC Los Angeles)
- A holographic Pokémon card (Source: NBC 15)
- A glass once owned by George Washington (Source: NBC 15)
- A moon rock (Source: NBC Los Angeles)
- A 21-ounce California gold nugget (Source: NBC Los Angeles)
- An ancient Chinese jade bracelet from around 3000–4000 BC (Source: NBC Los Angeles)
The man behind the hunt, Collins-Black, drew inspiration from Forrest Fenn’s infamous treasure hunt in 2010, which took people years to figure out. Fenn’s hunt, however, had a tragic side—some participants even lost their lives trying to find it. Collins-Black says his own treasure hunt will be tricky but won’t put anyone in harm’s way. He’s made sure the locations are safe, with instructions that guide participants on how to stay safe while hunting. His goal? Make it fun, challenging, and most importantly, risk-free (Source: Treasure Inside).
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