{"product_id":"the-100-million-coin-hoard-hart-d-wise-9798315912828","title":"The $100 Million Coin Hoard: How a Secret Collection of Rare Coins, Buried for 50 Years, Became the Most Valuable Numismatic Discovery in History","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe $100 Million Coin Hoard\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow a Secret Collection of Rare Coins, Buried for 50 Years, Became the Most Valuable Numismatic Discovery in History.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA True Story of Mystery, Wealth, and History Rediscovered\u003cbr\u003eBuried underground for over 50 years, a breathtaking collection of 15,000 rare coins-spanning ancient civilizations to modern treasures-has finally resurfaced. Estimated to be worth over $100 million, this collection, known as The Traveller Collection, is now set to be the most expensive coin hoard ever auctioned. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eBut how did this hidden fortune come to be?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the wake of the Wall Street Crash of 1929, a passionate and anonymous collector began acquiring gold coins of immense historical value. He and his wife traveled the world, from the Americas to Europe, uncovering some of the rarest and most valuable coins ever minted. However, as World War II loomed, he feared for the safety of his treasure and took extreme measures-burying the entire collection in underground vaults.\u003cbr\u003eHalf a century later, the coins were finally uncovered by his heirs, leading to one of the most significant discoveries in numismatic history. Now, this incredible collection is set to make history at a landmark auction, drawing the attention of collectors, historians, and investors worldwide. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside this gripping true story, you'll discover: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e How one man's obsession led to the creation of one of the greatest coin collections in history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The rare and valuable coins hidden in the collection, including a 100 ducat gold coin of Ferdinand III of Habsburg (1629) and exceedingly rare Persian Tomans from the Qajar dynasty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The impact of World War II on collectors and why treasures like this were hidden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e How experts at Numismatica Ars Classica authenticated the coins and prepared them for auction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The shocking moment when the heirs realized they had inherited a $100 million fortune.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What this sale means for the global numismatic community, museums, and investors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy You Should Read This Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you love stories of hidden treasures, lost wealth, rare collectibles, and historical mysteries, this book will captivate you from start to finish. Whether you're a numismatist, historian, or someone fascinated by lost fortunes, this real-life adventure will leave you in awe. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eA tale of history, war, wealth, and rediscovery-one of the most thrilling lost treasure stories ever told!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eScroll up and get your copy today!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Hart D. Wise\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798315912828\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/28\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 120\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.38lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d","brand":"Hart D. Wise","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47072231948543,"sku":"9798315912828","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_c4fda4c6-143a-401d-8989-eedf7de455a8.jpg?v=1753416187","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-100-million-coin-hoard-hart-d-wise-9798315912828","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}