Shocking Spike Discoveries
Synopsis
Dr. Christa Brosseau analyzes 18th century iron spikes found near Oak Island, which may provide clues about the treasure's origins and construction.
Synopsis
Craig Tester and Alex Lagina visit St. Mary's University in Halifax to meet Dr. Christa Brosseau. They bring iron spikes discovered on Oak Island for analysis. Dr. Brosseau uses a scanning electron microscope to determine the spikes' chemical composition. The presence of phosphorus suggests they may date back to before 1840. The findings could link the spikes to an 18th century French mission to bury treasure, potentially revealing more about the island's mysterious history.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See Dr. Brosseau analyze ancient iron spikes.
- Find out if the spikes are linked to buried treasure.
- Meet the team investigating the mystery of Oak Island.
Did You Know
- The spikes may date back to before 1795, the year the money pit was discovered.
- Dr. Brosseau's microscope can magnify objects up to 200,000 times their actual size.
- Phosphorus found in the spikes indicates they are likely from before the mid-19th century.
- The iron spikes could originate from areas in Britain and northern Europe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the iron spikes found on Oak Island?
If the iron spikes can be dated to a time before the discovery of the money pit in 1795, they could provide evidence of who built the treasure vault and when.
What did Dr. Christa Brosseau find in the iron spikes?
Dr. Brosseau found phosphorus in the iron spikes, indicating they are likely pre-1840s due to early methods of making cast iron that did not effectively remove phosphorus.
What theory is associated with the tools found on Oak Island?
The Duc d'Anville theory suggests that tools made in 1740 and used in 1746 could be connected to an 18th century French mission to bury treasure.
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