Treasure seeker finds a 19th-century Japanese bronze coin close to Ballarat
Unexpected Discoveries in Australia’s Gold Rush Campsites In recent weeks, metal detector enthusiasts have been unearthing fascinating artifacts at gold rush-era campsites in Australia, even if they’re not focused on mining gold itself. Angus James, a treasure seeker in Victoria, found a distinctive coin on January 24 while tidying up an abandoned sports field, known […]
19th-century shipwreck uncovered on New Jersey beach as authorities issue a caution
The remains of a shipwreck from the 19th century have surfaced from the sands of a beach in New Jersey. This discovery took place at Island Beach State Park, located on a slender barrier island along the Jersey Shore in Ocean County. A Facebook post from the park on January 22 identified the wreck as […]
Arizona's 19th-century abortion law officially repealed
A 19th century abortion law in the battleground state of Arizona was officially repealed on Saturday. The 1864 law, passed before Arizona became a state, was repealed Saturday as the Legislature recessed for the 90th day of the year. The Civil War-era law banned nearly all abortions except to save the mother's life. The fight […]