A retiree had been exploring a farm for six years and discovered a coin dating back almost 2,000 years to the famous Roman emperor

Roman gold coin from 69 A.D. unearthed in Dudley farm soil, beside measurement scale and white arrow marker.

After countless hours of methodical searching, a determined metal detectorist named Ron Walters struck gold—literally—by discovering a Roman coin dating back to 69 A.D. near the English town of Dudley. His patience and persistence paid off, unveiling a rare artifact that has astonished experts and collectors alike. Ron Walters, 76, spent six years carefully scanning … Read more

Large crowds are expected for the upcoming opening of the Nintendo store: this will be its next location

Nintendo store interior with life-size Mario, bright displays and exclusive collectibles, hinting at large crowds for Fukuoka opening in 2025.

Nintendo has just announced that it will open another official store, and the location chosen is Fukuoka. This development comes shortly after the grand opening of its store in San Francisco, delighting fans eager for a place to experience new collectibles and merchandise. The new store will be the fourth in Japan, joining the existing … Read more

A hike in the mountains turns historic when a couple discovers 598 gold coins from World War II

Close-up of a hiker’s hand holding World War II–era gold coins unearthed in the Czech Republic’s Giant Mountains

Two hikers in the Czech Republic stumbled upon an unexpected treasure worth over $360,000. They made the remarkable find in the Giant Mountains, an area in the northeast of the country. During a casual hike, they spotted an aluminum box sticking out of the path. Inside, they discovered 598 gold coins carefully arranged in eleven … Read more

Oregon-Nevada caldera may hold record 40 million tonnes of lithium, study finds

Hand holding lithium-rich claystone samples from the Oregon–Nevada McDermitt Caldera lithium deposit.

A renewed geological study indicates that the ancient McDermitt Caldera, straddling Oregon and Nevada, may harbor the largest lithium deposit ever identified in the United States—potentially valued at $1.5 trillion. Experts believe this vast reserve could reshape the nation’s role in the global battery supply chain. The latest evaluations suggest the caldera could contain between … Read more

Geologists uncover high-grade ore in central China worth more than US$80 billion

Close-up of geologist holding high-grade gold ore sample from Pingjiang, Hunan Province, central China, part of US$80 billion discovery.

Chinese authorities announced in late 2024 the discovery of a massive gold reserve that could reshape the global precious metals market. The deposit, reportedly containing 1,000 metric tons of high-grade ore, is estimated at US$83 billion and could eclipse South Africa’s famed South Deep mine. In addition to its extraordinary volume, this find could catapult … Read more

Researchers uncover magma-driven pathway that lifts gold out of Earth’s depths

Volcano erupting at night with glowing magma jets, illustrating sulfur-rich magma pathway that lifts gold from Earth’s mantle.

Gold is famously elusive, yet a team of international researchers believes they have finally cracked the code. On December 29, 2024, they unveiled findings that show how molten rock, or magma, can transport gold from the planet’s depths to higher levels. In this groundbreaking announcement, Adam Simon of the University of Michigan worked with experts … Read more

Earth’s biggest iron store unearthed: 55-billion-ton poised to shake up mining markets

Close-up of raw iron ore nuggets from the record 55-billion-ton Hamersley deposit recently uncovered in Western Australia.

Scientists in Western Australia have identified what may be the largest iron ore deposit ever recorded. This massive find, estimated at 55 billion metric tons, could be worth up to $5.775 trillion at current market prices. Experts from Curtin University tested mineral samples, analyzed isotopes, and discovered that these iron-rich formations date back 1.4 billion … Read more

A 3,000-year-old gold mine has been discovered in the Egyptian mountains: further evidence of the Pharaonic industry

Molten gold pouring from furnace symbolizes ancient Egyptian smelting in newly discovered 3,000-year-old Sukari Mountains mine.

Archaeologists discover 3,000-year-old mining camp in Egypt’s Sukari Mountains, shedding light on advanced extraction methods and community life. The revelation of a vast gold-mining settlement in the heart of Egypt’s Sukari Mountains has captivated researchers and the public alike. A multi-year initiative called “Reviving the Ancient City of Gold” recently unveiled remnants of a 3,000-year-old … Read more

From tremor to treasure: Earthquakes may brew giant gold nuggets inside quartz, new study finds

Close-up of gold nuggets in white quartz vein, illustrating seismic-driven mineral precipitation found in new study

A groundbreaking finding from scientists at Monash University in Australia suggests that seismic activity may hold the key to understanding how massive concentrations of gold accumulate within quartz veins. Their research, published in Nature Geoscience, provides new insights into a geological process that had puzzled experts for years. In their study, geologists observed that earthquakes … Read more

The US supervolcano hides the largest known lithium deposit, according to a study: It could provide reserves valued at €413 billion

Geologist examines lithium-rich clay sample from Nevada’s McDermitt Caldera supervolcano, site of the world’s largest lithium deposit

An unexpected geological treasure buried beneath an ancient caldera in the western United States is sparking excitement across the clean energy sector. Researchers believe this massive lithium find, reportedly worth around $413 billion, might dramatically shift the global battery market and reshape America’s energy landscape. The McDermitt Caldera, formed 16.4 million years ago after a … Read more

A dormant supervolcano could turn Nevada into the “Saudi Arabia” of lithium: 20 to 40 million tons of lithium emerge in the McDermitt Caldera

Aerial view of ash plume over Nevada’s dormant McDermitt Caldera, hiding an estimated 20–40 million-ton lithium deposit

Beneath an ancient volcanic crater in the American West, researchers have identified a colossal lithium reserve that could shake up global energy markets. This newfound deposit, potentially valued at 413 billion euros, has already sparked debate among industry experts, local communities, and environmental advocates. In recent findings published by a team of geologists, the McDermitt … Read more

A family inherits an elderly woman’s house, finds what appears to be an ordinary rock weighing about 3.5 kilograms, and it turns out to be worth $1,000,000

Close‑up of a translucent 3.5‑kilogram Romanian amber chunk—once used as a doorstop—now appraised at roughly one million dollars

A humble household rock turned into a prized national treasure after spending decades holding a door ajar. In the early 1990s, a relative inherited the home of an elderly woman in southeastern Romania and came across an unusual, reddish stone. For years, it had done nothing more than keep a door from slamming shut—but its … Read more

The electronic devices we all throw away contain 450 milligrams of 22-karat gold, which can be extracted with a simple sponge

22k gold nugget pinched between fingers after eco‑friendly sponge extraction from discarded electronic devices

Researchers reveal how a simple sponge recovers precious metals from discarded gadgets. Most people toss their outdated smartphones and laptops without giving them a second thought. Yet, scientists from ETH Zurich in Switzerland have uncovered an eco-friendly process that extracts up to 450 milligrams of 22-carat gold from just 20 ordinary circuit boards. This surprising … Read more

A collector and his wife find a treasure trove of 15,000 hidden coins worth $160 million in gold: it comes to light after 50 years underground

Treasure chest overflowing with rare gold coins from the Traveller Collection, a $160 million hoard unearthed after 50 years

A rediscovered trove of 15,000 rare coins, once stashed to evade Nazi forces, is set to astonish collectors around the world. Experts say this remarkable find, known as the Traveller Collection, could reshape numismatic history when it goes to auction. The roots of this hidden fortune date back to the aftermath of the 1929 Wall … Read more