The improvements in technology have corresponded inversely to the number of people using them. Metal detecting for gold as well as treasure has become very popular. Erosion during the past century has exposed millions of tons of virgin substrata for prospectors of today, and metal detectors will increase the chance of discovering new placers.

There’s no better expert on metal detector technology than Garrett. Great as those detectors are, they require some training to use them. Garrett provides the best ‘how-to’ advice available. His book will give you the straight-forward means to practice with it before you begin trekking into the canyons or sweeping old school yards for coins.

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Another story from the UK

Keith Bennett was using his metal detector on a Stratford farm owner’s field when his metal detector suddenly alerted him of a strong signal. This strong signal turned out to be over 1,400 Roman coins (or Denarii as they were called back in the day) dating back between 2006 BC to 195 BC! The coins have already been deemed “authentic treasure” which is good in case someone was trying to play a big practical joke on Mr. Bennett.

The silver Roman coins were stashed in a large pot (4 feet deep) that was broken on the top half. It seems as though the pot had been struck when the field was being plowed, causing a few coins to be scattered around the pot. Since this was a rather large collection of coins, it is possible that they could be tied to a wealthy land owner back in Emperor Augustus (or perhaps earlier) reign.

This treasure is expected to bring in tens and thousands of pounds, and Mr. Bennett supposedly allowed to keep half; I can only imagine the sensation of coming across such a historic find. As you can imagine he was quite stunned as you can reflect from his words:

“I just had an incredible feeling of history and going back in time. I felt a sense of connection with the person who buried these coins all those years ago. I wondered who they were and why they didn’t come back for it. It was brilliant – an experience everyone should have.”

Learn how to do it and you still mightn’t find gold treasure who knows, but you’ll certainly find the greatest treasure of them all: solitude.

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Deby Dixon posted a photo:

Without fresh snow and fluffy white clouds the landscape in Taos is somewhat boring in the winter and so I haven't taken many scenics, except out at the bridge and those aren't very exciting. And so I went searching for something to shoot that would illustrate the essence of Taos and here it is in this old Dodge pickup truck that sits beneath Taos Mountain.

It would have been nice to have good shooting conditions while here but for me the visit was more about stopping by the gallery that has my work, Jack Leustig Imaging, and about seeing a couple of old friends. One of my dearest friends might not be around the next time I visit and it was so good to see him. A well known Taos artist, he has always been up beat, no matter what and his positive attitude is a shining example. Had breakfast with another friend and it was equally as good to see him. Both were gentlemen and told me that I am looking great - one can always count on friends. My traveling buddy and I tried to visit the Pueblo but they were getting ready to close and when they saw my tripod they wanted $300 for me to shoot as a pro - for 20 minutes. Well, we didn't make it in the gates. And so I took him out to the bridge, which is 600' above the Rio Grande and he got a little nervous out there in the middle. Not me though, now that I have conquered my fear of heights, I was cool. During the afternoon I also stopped by another photographer's, Geraint Smith's, new gallery and it was great to witness his success. My other photographer friend, Lenny Foster, also expanded his gallery into a nice large space but he was in Hawaii and so I could only look through the window. Seeing other work here in Taos has been educational and exciting. Super good food at the Trading Post and Grahams. And so my social needs have been met and we are heading west tomorrow, towards Monument Valley. I can't wait!

These old trucks are rip for HDR but I can't figure out how to deal with the halo effect that it creates. Any suggestions would be appreciated.