The 31-year-old treasure hunt known as „On the Trail of the Golden Owl“ came to a thrilling conclusion on Thursday when the official social media account confirmed that the token needed to claim the prize had been found. Tens of thousands of enthusiasts from around the world had been participating in this quest to find a statue of an owl made of gold, silver, and diamonds.
The treasure hunt, which began in 1993, was based on a book of riddles published by Régis Hauser. The writer of the treasure search, Michel Becker, a French artist, illustrated the book and sculpted the gold-and-silver owl. The hunt required participants to solve 11 puzzles described in the book and a 12th hidden puzzle that led to the location of the grand prize.
The excitement surrounding the treasure hunt drew participants from all walks of life, each eager to uncover the hidden statue and claim the prize worth around $165,000. The hunt was not just about the monetary reward but also about the thrill of solving challenging puzzles and unraveling the mystery behind the Golden Owl.
After 31 years of anticipation and speculation, the golden owl was finally unearthed in France. The identity of the lucky individual who found the token has not yet been revealed, adding to the intrigue and excitement surrounding the conclusion of this epic treasure hunt.
The treasure hunt’s official chatline on the social media platform Discord confirmed the discovery, urging participants to stop digging and announcing that the replica of the golden owl had been found. This momentous occasion marked the end of a decades-long quest that had captured the imagination of treasure hunters worldwide.
The legacy of „On the Trail of the Golden Owl“ will live on as a testament to the power of perseverance, ingenuity, and the thrill of the hunt. The treasure hunt may have ended, but the memories and experiences shared by participants will endure for years to come. The hunt for the golden owl may be over, but the spirit of adventure and discovery it inspired will continue to inspire treasure hunters and puzzle enthusiasts around the world.