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Coronado's Gold at Pawnee Rock

1541 · Pawnee Rock, Barton County, KS

Unsolved

The prize. Several hundred thousand in gold
Where. Pawnee Rock, Barton County, KS
Status. Unsolved

The account

Fearing an attack, Coronado's expedition is said to have buried a fortune near Pawnee Rock, planning to retrieve it. They never made it back.

Pin down the most specific last-known position in the record before going; the legend centers on Pawnee Rock, Barton County, KS.
What you are chasing is Several hundred thousand in gold. Work the documented record of Coronado's Gold at Pawnee Rock back to primary sources and separate what is attested from folklore before you commit time or money.
Confirm who owns and governs Pawnee Rock, Barton County, KS and get written permission before any search; treat protected or archaeological ground as off limits.

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