It all started with a simple swimming pool project. This owner, who had been living in Neuville-sur-Saône, in the Lyon metropolitan area, for a year, never imagined that by digging just a few meters into the ground, he would change his life. Buried beneath the soil, carefully protected, were five bars and several dozen gold coins. Enough to turn a simple renovation project into an unexpected jackpot.
Gold that is completely legal and traceable
Rather than keeping his secret, the lucky guy immediately reported his discovery to the town hall. In accordance with the law, the Regional Directorate of Cultural Affairs (Drac) was notified to determine if the treasure could have any archaeological value. The verdict: no, the bars were quite recent, dating back only about fifteen or twenty years. A modern treasure, but very real.
The gendarmes conducted a little investigation to ensure...
that the gold did not come from a theft or a burglary. Each bar has a unique number, and it was quickly confirmed that these gold bars were melted down by a company in the Lyon area and purchased legally. No irregularities: the happy owner could therefore keep his treasure.A mystery that remains unsolved
The big question remains: who buried this stash, and why? With the former owner having passed away, no one knows the exact origin of this gold hidden under the lawn. Was it a secret inheritance, discreet savings, or a crisis treasure? The mystery remains… but for the new owner, one thing is sure: digging his pool was probably the best idea of his life.