Summary:
Jon Collins-Black launches the largest treasure hunt in US history, hiding treasures worth millions.
His book, There's Treasure Inside, serves as a 243-page treasure map.
Hidden treasures include a gold pendant by Picasso and a physical bitcoin.
The quest has ignited excitement among treasure hunters and is a top seller on Amazon.
Collins-Black estimates it could take 7 to 10 years to find all treasures.
The Adventure Begins
Jon Collins-Black, inspired by his childhood dreams of treasure hunting, has launched what he believes to be the largest treasure hunt in US history, with a trove valued at several million dollars hidden across five states.
The Treasure Trove
His book, There's Treasure Inside, serves as a 243-page treasure map filled with origin stories and clues about the hidden treasures. Among the items up for grabs are:
- A gold pendant by Picasso
- Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis’s diamond sapphire brooch
- A physical bitcoin
- Rare Pokémon cards
- An autograph of Amelia Earhart
Planning the Hunt
Collins-Black meticulously planned the locations using Google Maps and conducted a 100-mile reconnaissance mission to find the perfect hiding spots. His treasure hunt concept was influenced by the popular Pokémon Go game and the previous Fenn treasure hunt, which captivated thousands of adventurers.
The Quest for Treasure
The quest was officially launched this month, and it has already ignited excitement among hunters who are swapping theories and beginning their search. Collins-Black’s book has quickly risen to the top seller in Amazon’s Adventure Travel category. He estimates it might take seven to ten years for all the treasures to be discovered, hinting that he may share additional clues along the way.
A Personal Journey
Living in the mountains of Los Angeles with his family, Collins-Black reflects on his own treasure hunting instincts and the thrill of discovery that lies within us all. "There’s a treasure hunter inside a lot of people," he smiles.
The Future of the Hunt
As the treasure hunt unfolds, Collins-Black will monitor the search from his home, keeping the exact locations of the treasures a secret even from his family. Will you be the one to uncover the hidden riches?
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