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Anonymous Group Buries $10K Treasure Chest in San Francisco, Invites Public to Hunt

A 22-pound chest filled with gold, currency, and local artifacts was hidden five weeks ago, with cryptic riddles and a map posted on Reddit to guide searchers.

An anonymous group said it buried treasure worth over $10,000.
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An anonymous group said it buried treasure worth over $10,000 and offered clues on how to find it. 
An anonymous group said it buried treasure worth over $10,000 somewhere in San Francisco and offered clues on how to find it. 

Overview

  • The treasure hunt was announced on May 13, 2025, via a Reddit post by the account 'buriedtreasure2025,' which included riddles and a map to locate the chest.
  • The 22-pound chest reportedly contains gold ingots, currency, and artifacts tied to San Francisco, with a total estimated value of over $10,000.
  • Organizers revealed they buried the chest five weeks ago and emphasized that the hunt is self-funded, not a marketing stunt, and inspired by Forrest Fenn’s 2010 treasure hunt.
  • The provided clues suggest participants should search at night and dig 'in the steadfast basin, where feet part and agree,' though the exact location remains undisclosed.
  • The group remains anonymous but is actively engaging with participants on Reddit and through their website, answering questions as the hunt continues.