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Don't go out wandering aimlessly looking for treasure. A little research can make your metal detecting hobby much more rewarding. By Eric Alt Published Apr 11, 2026 1:28 PM EDT Add Popular Science ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's safe to say, metal detecting isn't a hobby that works for everyone. While some are out searching plowed fields for colonial relics, ...

Metal detecting along an abandoned river settlement once alive with miners revealed a surprising cache of artifacts. The finds include rusted tools, old currency, and fragments of gold-era life, ...