On the interactive version of the map you can simply click on a mine marker on the map to read the relevant information from the map legend.

Lost mines are indicated on the map by lettered markers and the map includes a handy 'Legend of Lost Mines' which provides a little information about each mine.

In the map's own words it shows where you can find 'the Approximate Locations of Some of the Best Known Lost Mines, Sunken and Buried Treasures in the Western Hemisphere According to Authenticated History and Legend'.

Measure distances and areas: Click on the map to begin measuring a distance and to pivot click the most recent marker to finish (or join the shape up to calculate its area.) This is temporary, visible only to you, and will disappear when you click something else.The Americana Treasure Map is a pictorial map showing the locations of 'lost mines' and 'sunken and buried treasures'.

Add directions: This will add a new layer for you to designate the start and end of the route, which will then be mapped automatically.

For the shape, click on the map to begin and click each time you wish to place a corner click the most recent marker to finish (or join the shape up.) You can then name the shape and customize its style.

Draw a line: Manually map driving, biking, and walking routes, or draw a shape.

Once done, you can add a name and description, change the color and icon of the pin, and provide a supporting image.

Add marker: Place a pin anywhere on the map.

With a landmark selected, click Add to map.

Select items: To move the map around and to select landmarks.

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