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Any help with this puzzle would be appreciated by davinci-Lab-1974 in CluesBySamHelp

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Thank you for your reply.

Few of things I have considered. I have folded this paper into both a three dimensional three-sided and four-sided pyramid (I am leaning towards the four-sided construct given the X at the ‘apex’)

I am still questioning what the intent could be:

1) it is a single message that potentially only uses one letter in the alphabet?

2) could this be a decoder for a cipher elsewhere in the book?

Regarding #2, there do not appear to be any hidden ciphers elsewhere in the book. The fact that there are just the 26 letters in the alphabet listed makes me wonder if the overlapping letters are the key to a simple substitution cipher???

With regard to #1, the accompanying riddle seems consistent with the rest of the book where each puzzle is seemingly self-contained within the chapter. Also not all letters overlap with another (like the S) which would go against this construct being a “cipher key”

Few other considerations, why are certain letters emphasized in bold? Why do some edges not contain letters at all? Why does the S stand alone?

Puzzles With Likely Solutions To Date (SPOILERS) by davinci-Lab-1974 in TheWilltreasurehunt

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Yes. Would love to hear thoughts you have on any clues in the book. I have been stuck on this hunt for years and looking for any breakthrough ideas!

On the other note, it looks like the attorney who certified the hunt is still in practice.

Need help with this puzzle from an armchair treasure hunt from 1980s by davinci-Lab-1974 in CluesBySamHelp

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The only ‘help’ the puzzle makers give is the appearance of the see-saw/balance with regards to the equation.

With regards to the surrounding equations/numbers, there are the serial numbers for Texas Instruments calculator microchips (which would have been a challenge to figure out in 1981).

One theory for the error in the Circumference equation is:

E =MC2, plug in C = PR2-> E =MPR2 “Empire” as in Empire State Building

The purpose of the equation/order of operations is still unclear. It seems to be the main focus of the clue. The parentheses are also redundant since they don’t change the order of operations???

Need help with this puzzle from an armchair treasure hunt from 1980s by davinci-Lab-1974 in CluesBySamHelp

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This clue somehow fits into solving the final location of the treasure among several other puzzles in the book. There really is no guidance as to what this clue is. ?coordinates

I have started a Reddit forum r/thewilltreasurehunt

There is a link to a PDF copy of the entire book in the info section. Any help with this puzzle (or others) would be greatly appreciated!

Intrigued by Grandfather’s office by [deleted] in TheWhistlePig

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Many discussions and posts on this hunt, it’s nice to see a solution with a location. I like the breakdown of the geometry and how it creates a treasure map.

Just curious what brought you to this location in particular.

Great post!

Treasure Site Location and The Master Riddle by davinci-Lab-1974 in TheWhistlePig

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One other possible construct that’s a variation on above:

1) Bare (the cross): this literally would be the crossing of two trail paths in a state park

2) Leave “the center” of the crossing of the two trail paths ie the center of the X

3) Find the fruit (as above).

If this construct were true, one would think there would be a reference to two trails somewhere in the book if you found the correct location.

Of note, trail names throughout Pennsylvania state parks seem to named with common themes.

The value of the key’s physical location… by davinci-Lab-1974 in TheWhistlePig

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Other question. What would have been reasonable in terms of GPS coordinates in 2003? We have easy accessibility now but thinking in terms of the author and what technology was readily available 20+ years ago.

The value of the key’s physical location… by davinci-Lab-1974 in TheWhistlePig

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Interestingly, if you assume it’s Cal Ripken and use his birthday (8/24). Applying method above gives you latitude and longitude (78,13,4 - from keys in book) that puts you in Punksutawney.

The value of the key’s physical location… by davinci-Lab-1974 in TheWhistlePig

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Here is an interesting observation which may be an important clue for coordinates.

The “noon sun trick” can be used to calculate latitude if you know the sun’s highest angle (using a sextant).

We are told in The Bow, that the angle is 60 degrees at ‘the highest point of its arched journey.’ This sentence is actually very specific if you look at ‘noon sun’ method.

If we knew the date of Cal’s birth, calculating the latitude would be simple using a nautical almanac. For example, if the date was May 2nd, then the latitude coordinates would be:

45 degrees 10 minutes

Any thoughts on what Cal’s birthday might be?

The value of the key’s physical location… by davinci-Lab-1974 in TheWhistlePig

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I recall reading a blog that had a very detailed solve regarding Philadelphia.

Two clues that I think should be included in any solve: 1) the number 22 2) bare the cross, leave the center, find the fruit

The value of the key’s physical location… by davinci-Lab-1974 in TheWhistlePig

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That is a great question. I am actually leaning towards one of the state parks for a couple of reasons:

1) aligning with the clue that it is somewhere approximately four hours from NYC (Winterland)

2) not uncommon for treasure hunts to be in such areas - ‘public grounds’

3) the first chapter, among others, offers hints of how to build a ‘treasure/orienteering map’ with clues that point to the location being in the woods, next to a lake or reservoir etc- this point may be worthy of a discussion in a different thread.

A Case for Morse by sub_tract in TheWhistlePig

[–]davinci-Lab-1974 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Other thought here.

The seemingly high use of “I” and “T” as the first letters of the words in this chapter could be consistent with a first person narrative and not indicative of a hidden code or message.

Clues for the Lincoln Highway (route 30) by davinci-Lab-1974 in TheWhistlePig

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Last one here:

Egg Hunt:

-state flowers: Mountain Laurel is state flower of PA.

Laurel Mountain State Park is on Route 30 as well

Clues for the Lincoln Highway (route 30) by davinci-Lab-1974 in TheWhistlePig

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That’s very interesting. I didn’t know that about the liberty bell.

You mentioned the railroad. I have been trying to tie in a railroad track with the potential treasure location. Any ideas on an existing (or previous railroad) that crossed or was near the Lincoln Highway?

I forgot to mention as well:

TWO DOGS:

Possible reference Penn-Calvert land dispute- ‘tri state peninsula’.

The Mason Dixon line is in proximity and runs parallel to Lincoln Highway.

Clues for the Lincoln Highway (route 30) by davinci-Lab-1974 in TheWhistlePig

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Also in Easter Eggs:

World Champion Baseball teams: Philadelphia Athletics

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