Where to look for gold coins
Before embarking on the search for gold coins, it is necessary to determine the area to be explored. The most promising places are as follows:
Shorelines of rivers and water bodies
Valuable goods were transported here, part of which could have been lost during transportation. It was precisely at the bodies of water that duties were collected and crossings were arranged. People washed laundry by the river, and the habit of not checking pockets before washing was likely common back then as well. Who knows, perhaps in the spot you chose, a family heirloom or a precious coin was lost at some point. Ask the local residents where such places were located according to legends and head straight there.
Fairs and drinking establishments
You can search for gold coins here as well – for it was in these places that public festivities took place, and money flowed freely into the pockets of merchants. And how many valuables were lost during idle feasts! The locations of the fairs can be identified on old maps; by creating a clear scheme, you will surely achieve success.
Churches, educational institutions
Ruined and already defunct churches are also a good place to search – donations were collected here. It is very common to find gold coins in churches – they were simply forgotten or hidden from the Bolsheviks. Many of these coins hold cultural and historical value. Furthermore, when laying the foundation of a church, it was customary to bury valuables or gold coins under it.In educational institutions, not only were literacy and good manners taught. Taxes were also collected here, so the chance of finding something truly interesting is quite high. In addition to coins, one can also find ancient documents, books, and manuscripts.
Trade routes
To find old trade routes, you will need a map - it can be downloaded from the internet or found in libraries. By overlaying a modern map onto an ancient one, it is possible to locate forgotten paths that merchants used to transport their goods. Wealthy people had not only small silver coins but also gold coins of a higher denomination. The chances of finding a decent find are quite real.
How to conduct searches correctly
First, it is necessary to scout the area. It is recommended to act schematically to avoid walking over the same sections while missing empty sectors. The area should be divided into strips about a meter wide using stakes and string. After going through the first strip, the string is tightened to separate the second strip, and so on. This way, you will know exactly where you have already searched. Where the sound indicating a find is heard, a flag is inserted, but digging does not occur immediately.After completing the reconnaissance, one should walk around the flags and determine the exact location of the object using a Pinpoint. The coil should not be moved; only slightly adjusted towards the source of the signal at a slow speed. When the device gets as close as possible to the center of the object, the signal will be clear and strong.
If your metal detector does not have a Pinpoint function, you can operate in dynamic mode "All Metals". The coil should be in motion, moving it over the area of the intended target at a consistent speed. It is best to move the coils in a cross-pattern. When conducting a general search, avoid abrupt swings of the coil, keeping it as close to the surface as possible.