Highway Treasure: 8 Million Dimes Scattered Across Texas Roadway
Published by Audrey Floyd on 05/01/25
When an 18-wheeler packed with 8 million dimes flipped on Highway 287 near Alvord, Texas, it wasn’t just a traffic mess—it was a full-blown treasure spill.
According to Fox News and The Independent, the crash scattered over $800,000 in loose change across the pavement. Cleanup crews had their hands full—literally—scooping up coins with shovels, vacuums, and gloves as the shoulder of the highway turned into a silver mine.
And while authorities secured the scene, metal detectorists everywhere had one thought: What we wouldn’t give to sweep that roadside.
You don’t see spills like this every day. But it proves a point every serious detectorist knows—treasure can turn up anywhere. Whether it’s a lost coin in a park or a highway loaded with scattered silver, it pays to stay ready.
"I almost came out here with a bucket so I could fill it up with some dimes," said one local. If he had a metal detector, he might’ve gone home with more than just pocket change.
Get in on the Hunt
Coin spills like this may make headlines, but small-scale versions happen all the time. That’s why seasoned detectorists keep their gear in the car, ready for the unexpected.
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