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Treasure Chest Worth $10,000 Found in San Francisco After Reddit Hunt

An anonymous group buried the chest and posted cryptic clues online, leading to its discovery near Mount Sutro within 11 hours.

An anonymous group said it buried treasure worth over $10,000.
A software professional brought his trusty trowel to dig for treasure at Sutro Baths.
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Overview

  • A 22-pound chest containing gold, currency, and San Francisco artifacts was buried by an anonymous group and valued at $10,000.
  • The treasure hunt was announced on Reddit with a pirate-style map and riddles referencing local landmarks to guide participants.
  • A Reddit user, self-described as a 'value investor & tech guy from Europe,' located the chest near Mount Sutro in under 12 hours.
  • Organizers confirmed the find and plan to reveal how the riddles were meant to be solved once the finder shares their story.
  • The group behind the hunt remains anonymous, citing legal concerns, and has expressed interest in future treasure hunts.