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Gold Folklore & Legends

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Beyond the tangible value. Explore the fascinating legends, historical mysteries, and cultural significance that have elevated gold from mere metal to a symbol of power, spirituality, and human aspiration throughout Australian and world history.

captain kidd s buried treasure

Where Is Captain Kidd’s Buried Pirate Gold

Centuries after Captain Kidd buried his gold, treasure hunters still chase shadows from Nova Scotia to New Jersey. Will you find it first?
templar treasure mystery revealed

The Hidden Treasure of the Knights Templar

Did the world’s wealthiest medieval knights hide billions in sacred relics? Their sudden arrest left a fortune missing—and centuries of unanswered questions.
golden touch brings misfortune

King Midas and the Tragic Curse of the Golden Touch

The ruler who turned his own daughter into gold learns that wealth can kill. See how King Midas survived his deadly wish.
el dorado s golden secrets

The Mystery of El Dorado and the Lost City of Gold

Gold didn’t make El Dorado legendary – a fatal misunderstanding did. See how one ritual morphed into history’s deadliest wild goose chase.
golden buddha statue legend

The Legend of the Golden Buddha Statue in Thailand

A 5.5-tonne golden Buddha stood disguised as a plain plaster statue for 200 years until one accident exposed its billion-dollar secret.