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Metal detecting a 90-minute battle site

In this episode of Depths of History, we explore a Civil War battle site that lasted only 90 minutes, uncovering both Union and Confederate relics through metal detecting. The video features the ...
There’s something undeniably thrilling about the hunt for hidden treasures beneath our feet. From coins with centuries of history to curious everyday relics lost to time, metal detecting captures the ...
Modern smartphones are packed with a wide range of sensors, and their magnetometer can successfully identify certain kinds of ...
This is the allure of metal detecting. However, for many newcomers, the hobby can feel overwhelming. With thousands of detectors on the market and complex terminology like "ground balance" and ...
MELBOURNE BEACH, Fla. — According to historical records, it’s estimated that there is between 60 to 100 billion dollars in unfound treasure around the world. Primarily from sunken shipwrecks that were ...
While metal detecting is a fun hobby for many, some enthusiasts strike it lucky, unearthing treasures worth life-changing sums of money with their trusty detectors. From historical hoards to massive ...
Experts previously thought the first Scottish coins were minted in England, but this penny came from Edinburgh. National ...
With support from the W. M. Keck Foundation, a Stevens–Yale collaboration is now transforming graviton detection from a ...