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edwardjulio · December 1, 2020 7:50PM

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ricko · December 2, 2020 5:46AM

@edwardjulio... Where did you see that? I just checked the world coins forum and saw nothing by Regulated on the first two pages...Cheers, RickO

edwardjulio · December 2, 2020 7:10AM

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ricko · December 2, 2020 7:12AM

@edwardjulio.... Thank you, I thought you were referring to a post.... Where is that 'embarrassed' emoji? Cheers, RickO

Zoins · December 2, 2020 7:15AM

Here's some history on Oak Island:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oak_Island

Oak Island has been a subject for treasure hunters ever since the late 1700s, with rumours that Captain Kidd's treasure was buried there. While there is little evidence to support what went on during the early excavations, stories began to be published and documented as early as 1856. Since that time there have been many theories that extend beyond that of Captain Kidd which include among others religious artifacts, manuscripts, and Marie Antoinette's jewels. The "treasure" has also been prone to criticism by those who have dismissed search areas as natural phenomena.[23]

Areas of interest on the island with regard to treasure hunters include a location known as the "Money Pit", which is allegedly the original searchers’ spot. There is also a formation of boulders called "Nolan's Cross", named after a former treasure hunter with a theory on it, and a triangle-shaped swamp. Lastly, there has been searcher activity on a beach at a place called "Smith's Cove". Various objects including non-native coconut fibre have been found there.[14] More recent archaeological discoveries in the Smith's Cove area have included an allegedly pre-15th-century lead cross and various wooden earthworks.[24][25]

More than fifty books have been published recounting the island's history and exploring competing theories.[26] Several works of fiction have also been based upon the Money Pit, including The Money Pit Mystery, Riptide, The Hand of Robin Squires, and Betrayed: The Legend of Oak Island. In January 2014, the History Channel began airing a reality TV show called The Curse of Oak Island about a group of modern treasure hunters. These hunters include brothers Rick and Marty Lagina of the "Michigan Group".[27][28][29] The series has documented finds such as centuries-old coins, an antique brooch, and a lead cross that was allegedly made between 1200 and 1600 A.D.[30] Seven seasons of episodes had aired as of Spring 2020. An eighth season premiered on November 10, 2020 on the History Channel.

Zoins · December 2, 2020 7:16AM

Also, this is in Canada so it's not dark side.

Traditionally Canada has been gray side

@TwoKopeiki said:
All of the world coins are "Darkside"

Canada, due to it's proximity to US (known as Lightside) is thus known as Grayside

https://forums.collectors.com/discussion/844409/why-are-you-guys-calling-canada-the-dark-or-gray-side

sellitstore · December 2, 2020 4:21PM

I saw it too and was impressed with his knowledge of early English history.

He explained the relationship of the history to the coinage quite well and made the point that coins are a primary source for much historical information.

Like "The Curse of Oak Island" there are actually interesting historical facts to be gleaned from both of these shows. @Regulated added interesting information and credibility to this "reality" TV show, and did it well.

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