Erich Von Daniken - The Gold Of The Gods

1 - The Gold Of The Gods
Fig. 1. With the issue of this notarial title-deed on July 21. 1969, the
caves beneath Ecuador became the property of Juan Moricz. Moricz
put them under state control which will smooth the way for future
research.
"The objects consist mainly of metal plaques inscribed with what is
probably a resume of the history of a lost civilization, the very
existence of which was unsuspected by mankind hitherto. The objects
are distributed among various caves and are of many different kinds. I
was able to make my discovery in fortunate circumstances ... In my
capacity as a scholar, I was carrying out research into the folklore and
the ethnological and linguistic aspects of Ecuadorian tribes ...
"The objects I found are of the following kinds:
● 1. Stone and metal objects of different sizes and colors.
● 2. Metal plaques (leaves) engraved with signs and writing.
These form a veritable metal library which might contain a synopsis of
the history of humanity, as well as an account of the origin of mankind
on earth and information about a vanished civilization. "The fact of my
discovery has made me the legal owner of the metal plaques and other
objects in accordance with Article 665 of the Civil Code.
"However, as I am convinced that the objects, which were not found
on my own land, are of incalculable cultural value, I refer to Article
666, according to which the treasure I discovered remains my personal
property, but subject to State control.
"I beg you, most excellent President of the Republic, to appoint a
scientific commission to verify the contents of this document and
assess the value of the finds ... "I am prepared to show such a
commission the exact geographical position and site of the entrance, as
well as the objects I have discovered so far..."
Moricz stumbled on the underground passages in June, 1965, during