Fall 2025 Blue Ridge Mountains Treasure Hunt
A $26,250+ treasure hunt in the Blue Ridge Mountains region
Ended October 2025
A Southern Style Treasure
Hidden somewhere in the Blue Ridge Mountains was a glass mason jar containing $25,000 in US Minted American Gold Eagle coins.
These aren't collectibles or commemoratives β they're investment-grade bullion coins produced by the United States Mint, recognized worldwide for their purity and value.
The prize pool grew with every premium membership, adding $10 to the total value. As more people joined the hunt, the reward for finding it increased.
What's Inside the Jar
| Symbol | Description | Details |
|---|---|---|
| π¦ | 3 Γ 1 oz Gold Eagles | Two full-ounce American Gold Eagle coins in Brilliant Uncirculated condition |
| πͺ | 3 Γ 1/2 oz Gold Eagles | Three half-ounce American Gold Eagle coins in Brilliant Uncirculated condition |
| π« | 3 Γ 1/4 oz Gold Eagles | Three quarter-ounce American Gold Eagle coins in Brilliant Uncirculated condition |
| β¨ | 6 Γ 1/10 oz Gold Eagles | Six tenth-ounce American Gold Eagle coins in Brilliant Uncirculated condition |
About American Gold Eagle Coins
- Official US Mint Product: Backed by the United States government for weight, content, and purity
- 22-Karat Gold: Each coin contains the stated amount of pure gold (91.67% gold, alloyed with silver and copper for durability)
- Brilliant Uncirculated: Coins are in pristine, uncirculated condition β never used as currency
- Highly Liquid: American Gold Eagles are among the most recognized and easily traded gold coins in the world
- Total Weight: 4.85 troy ounces of pure gold across all fourteen coins
- Total Value: Over $25,000 based on current gold market prices
The Glass Mason Jar
The glass mason jar, invented in 1858, became a staple in the American Southeast for preserving fruits, vegetables, and homemade goods.
Beyond canning, Southerners used them for storing dry goods, drinking sweet tea, and holding home-brewed spirits β especially moonshine. Over time, they came to symbolize Southern resourcefulness and hospitality. Today, mason jars remain both practical and iconic, tied to traditions from rustic dΓ©cor to the region's history of self-reliance.
The gold coins were secured inside a clear glass mason jar, allowing hunters to see the treasure inside. The jar also contained a verification code and the itemized receipts shown above.
The jar was not buried β it sat in plain sight on the forest floor, though carefully placed to avoid casual discovery by non-hunters. It was weatherproof and monitored 24/7 by a live webcam.