Pennsylvania Lost Treasure

Pennsylvania lost treasure sites are listed on this page. However, I cannot promise that this information is completely accurate. As treasure tales go, because they have been passed down through many years, certain elements of the lost treasure story may have been altered, either intentionally or otherwise.

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Malvern

Located on route 30, not far from Malvern, was the scene of a large battle between George Washington and the British in September 1777. Apparently, during the battle a major rain storm pelted the troops causing a flood and the loss of equipment and personnal belongings. There may be many relics, which could amount to small treasures in the area.

Carlisle

This town was settled in 1720. During the French and Idian War it was a large military base, as well as a stop over for settlers heading west. Because Carlisle served as a military fort, it's inhabitants may have buried their personnal belongings for safekeeping. The reason was because they were always aware of pending attacks. And due to death, buried treasures may still be in the area.

Swede's Ford

Located in Norristown on the Schuylkill River. During the late 1600's and into the late 1700's this area was used as a large communications point and campsite during the settlement of Pennsylvania. Many troops camped and walked this area. Small treasures lost or buried may be waiting to be found.

The Delaware River Treasure

Approximately three miles southwest of Chester, on the bank of the Delaware River is a buried treasure consisting of 38,000 pieces of eight. The treasure was taken in 1742, by pirates that captured the Spanish ship San Ignacio El Grande. After burying the treasure, the pirates went to Philadelphia. A few weeks later they returned to the area but were unable to locate the treasure due to flooding that had occured while they were in Philadelphia.

Lawrence Park

Located off Lake Erie on route 955. The steamer Erie wrecked near Lawrence Park. It was carrying $200,000 in gold coins. Throughout the years, gold coins have washed up onto the shores of Lake Erie near the park.

Orchard Beach

Located twelve miles northeast of Lawrence Park. It has been rumored that American silver dollars from the late nineteenth century have been found in the area of Orchard Beach. The coins may be from a wrecked ship off shore.

The Kinzua Railroad Bridge

Located approximately five miles northeast of Mount Jewitt and crosses the Kinzua Creek. In the late 1800's, $60,000 in gold coins and paper currency was stolen from the Emporium Bank and then was buried on one side of the bridge.

The Potato River Treasure

Somewhere on the banks of the Potato River near Crosby, is buried approximately $5 million in gold and silver bullion. The treasure was buried by the old, eccentric millionaire, Colonel Noah Parker.

There are many more Pennsylvania lost treasures. Bookmark this page, I will be adding more in the future.

Pennsylvania lost treasure may be located in ghost towns.