Treasure in the Cellar A Tale of Gold in Depression Era Baltimore
Augsburger, Leonard
ISBN 10: 0938420976 ISBN 13: 9780938420972
Published by Maryland Historical Society, 2008
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annotated edition. 208 pages. 8.75x6.00x0.75 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # x-0938420976
Synopsis:
Coin collectors and enthusiasts have long been familiar with the story of two boys who unearthed a fortune in gold coins while playing in a Baltimore basement in 1934. But the rest of the story trailed off to a few odd details. One of the boys died young, the other ran into trouble with the law. No one seemed to know more. A lifelong coin collector, Leonard Augsburger was determined to uncover the rest of the story. What happened to the kids? The gold? Who buried it in the first place? Meticulously researched, Treasure in the Cellar delves into the lives of the boys and their families, recreates the hours at the police station after the boys reported what they found, and describes months of courtroom drama as descendents of several former property owners came forward, each claiming the fortune for themselves.
About the Author: Leonard Augsburger is an engineering manager in the telecommunications industry. He has written numerous articles for numismatic hobby periodicals and is a frequent speaker at numismatic events. He is a member of the Maryland Historical Society, the American Numismatic Association, and the American Numismatic Society.
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Title: Treasure in the Cellar A Tale of Gold in ...
Publisher: Maryland Historical Society
Publication Date: 2008
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Brand New