Valuable Archaeological Findings That Have Shaped History Over Milennia

In 2011, a treasure unlike any other was discovered, challenging the traditional notion of buried treasure. Hidden in a Montana bank since the 1980s, this trove brought a modern twist to the age-old fantasy of finding hidden riches.

The Big Sky Hoard was an incredible find, weighing over 12,000 pounds and comprised solely of Eisenhower dollars. With a staggering count of 220,000 uncirculated coins, valued at $1 million, it’s believed these belonged to a wealthy Montana family, directly acquired from the U.S. Mint.