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First Silver Bar from Atocha in 30 Years | Washington DC News
Treasure hunters in Florida just unearthed a 22.5-pound silver bar from the legendary 1622 wreck of the Nuestra Señora de Atocha—the first such bar found in nearly 30 years. Recovered from the depths off the Florida Keys, this historic artifact, still encrusted with marine growth, boasts a purity mark from centuries ago and could be worth $50K–$100K, but its true value lies in its untold story. With hundreds of silver bars and thousands of coins still believed to lie hidden, this find proves the treasure hunt is far from over. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance…
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