Hidden Treasure Found! Unearthing old China in a Secret Cave at Cape Melville

​🏺 Hidden Treasure Found! Unearthing Antique China in a Secret Cave at Cape Melville
​After 12 days of solo exploring the rugged wilderness of Cape Melville, I was ready to leave—but the adventure wasn't done yet! While trekking deep into the rocky hills, searching for a long-lost cave, I stumbled upon a discovery I couldn't believe.

​Hidden away in a small, dark rock crevice, I found an old wooden packing crate partially buried in the dirt. Inside? A stunning, well-preserved set of bone white china cups and saucers, complete with hand-painted birds, flowers, and beautiful gold-lined detailing! Plus, there were antique-looking shot glasses, some even engraved with the words "Lucky Elephant," and old enamel pots.

​This incredible haul—stamped "Made in China"—raises so many questions. Who went to the trouble of hiding this valuable-looking set up here? Is it connected to the infamous 1899 Cyclone Mahina disaster at Cape Melville, or was it a stolen cache hidden away more recently?

​Join me as I carefully document this amazing archaeological find, piece by piece, right where it was buried. Watch as I unearth history and try to determine the timeline of this mysterious hidden treasure!


​The Search: Following a long-lost memory of a cave in the hills.
​The Find: A beautiful blue shot glass leads me to a wooden packing crate.

​The Treasure: Unearthing cups, saucers, and plates of Made in China china with gold trim.
​The Mystery: Trying to date the china and figure out why it was hidden in such a remote spot.
​Plus, a quick look back at some other finds from my 12-day solo trip—including a snake, a crocodile, and a bomb!
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