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The Dacian Gold of Sarmizegetusa
Fell AD 106 · Orastie Mountains, Romania
UnsolvedThe prize. The hidden gold of the Dacian kings
Where. Orastie Mountains, Romania
Status. Unsolved
Where. Orastie Mountains, Romania
Status. Unsolved
The account
The Dacian kings hid their gold in the sacred mountain fortress of Sarmizegetusa before Rome destroyed them; looters have pulled out gold bracelets and kosons, and more is thought to remain.
Leads, where the trail points now
- Pin down the most specific last-known position in the record before going; the legend centers on Orastie Mountains, Romania.
- What you are chasing is The hidden gold of the Dacian kings. Work the documented record of The Dacian Gold of Sarmizegetusa back to primary sources and separate what is attested from folklore before you commit time or money.
- Confirm who owns and governs Orastie Mountains, Romania and get written permission before any search; treat protected or archaeological ground as off limits.
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