5 Lost Treasures That Remain a Mystery Today
The stories of missing treasures are as old as humankind itself. From 1513 BC, when the Ark of Covenant was built and eventually lost, these misplaced treasures have sometimes remained elusive despite man’s best efforts. Let’s explore the most interesting treasures that are hidden to date.
The Lost City of Atlantis
Born out of the works of Greek philosopher Plato, the city of Atlantis remains evasive and continues to intrigue adventurers. Plato depicted it as a maritime power that dominated a portion of the world but ultimately angered the gods, leading to its downfall and submersion in the Atlantic Ocean.
The Library of Alexandria
The Library of Alexandria was once considered one of the world’s biggest knowledge repositories, with scroll estimates between 40,000 and 400,000. Unsurprisingly, the library drew notable scholars like Euclid and Ptolemy to its shelves. Unfortunately, despite the plethora of conspiracy theories, its location is unknown today.
El Dorado
The mythical city of gold is located in South America, first mentioned by American archaeologists in the 16th century. The fable mentioned the King being rich enough to bathe in gold dust. Although several high-profile expeditions searched for the city and its riches, they all returned without success.
The Treasure of Montezuma
According to several accounts, Spanish conquistadors imprisoned Montezuma II sometime in the 16th century while demanding a hefty ransom in gold. On hearing this, the Aztecs supposedly gathered and hid their gold and valuables to keep them safe. Despite several claims of sightings, this treasure hoard remains a mystery.
The Lost Fabergé Eggs
Named after the House of Fabergé jeweler who created them, the Fabergé eggs have become a status object for the wealthy. Although as many as 69 were made over 32 years, 12 are missing. While the missing eggs have become the subject of several movies, their locations remain unknown.
