A salvage crew has recovered over 1,000 silver coins, five gold coins, and rare gold artifacts worth USD 1 million from the 1715 Spanish Treasure Fleet shipwreck off Florida’s Treasure Coast. This remarkable discovery comes more than 300 years after a hurricane sank the fleet.
The find offers a rare glimpse into colonial-era maritime history, with many coins displaying visible dates and mint marks. After conservation, these treasures will be displayed in local museums, enriching public heritage and providing valuable educational opportunities.
Unearthing more than 1,000 coins at once is exceptionally rare and hints at the possibility of further treasures lying offshore.
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