Couple That Spots A 'Piece Of Metal' In Yard Soon Realizes It's Worth Thousands

If you're lucky enough to have a backyard, you know just how valuable that little patch of grass can be. One New York City couple, however, ended up with much more than they bargained for in their space. What they thought to be a simple piece of metal turned out to be a door to intrigue, mystery, and riches.

Home on Staten Island

While New York City isn't exactly known for having houses with massive yards, Staten Island is a bit different. In that suburban borough, Matthew Emanual and his wife, Maria Colonna-Emanuel, found their dream home — and a little something extra.

The House on Todt Hill

The couple managed to find a home on Todt Hill in one of the island's nicer neighborhoods. Best of all, it came with a nice backyard, perfect for relaxing after a long day at work.

A Piece of Metal

Towards the back of the yard, however, the couple noticed one bizarre detail. Amid the trees, there was an unusual — and out of place — piece of metal emerging from the ground...

Likely Answers

While Matthew and Maria weren't sure what the metal was, they came to accept it as part of the landscape; it was probably an old electrical or cable box anyway. However, they soon became aware that was not the case at all.