FWC Recovers 37 Gold Coins Worth Over $1M from 1715 Fleet Treasure Wreck

Nov 26, 2024, 06:30 PM

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has successfully recovered 37 gold coins that were stolen from the 1715 Fleet shipwrecks. The coins, valued at over $1 million, were part of a scheme to sell pieces from Florida's renowned treasure wreck. FWC investigators played a crucial role in uncovering this operation, which involved a treasure-hunt-like mystery. The recovery of these coins highlights ongoing efforts to protect Florida's maritime heritage and combat the illegal sale of historical artifacts.