Tradition / Region: Mexican Mythology
Alternate Names: Luces del tesoro
Category: Flame
The Myth
Luces del dinero are mysterious lights associated with witches and hidden treasure.
In Mexican folklore, one explanation says that witches transformed into these lights. Another says that the lights indicate places where gold or hidden treasures are buried, which can only be found with the help of children.
Sources
“Will-o’-the-wisp.” Wikipedia: The Free Encyclopedia. Wikimedia Foundation. Accessed October 10, 2026. Section: “Americas.” https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Will-o%27-the-wisp#Americas