Deep-sea technology improvements accelerate valuable shipwreck discoveries, like Atocha and SS Central America.

Advancements in deep-sea exploration technology have significantly enhanced treasure hunting, revealing valuable shipwrecks worldwide. Key finds include the Nuestra Senora de Atocha, which sank in 1622 off Florida, with treasures valued at $450 million, and the SS Central America, lost in 1857, carrying gold from the Gold Rush. Despite notable discoveries, many legendary wrecks remain undiscovered, with an estimated $2 billion in treasures recovered since World War II.

October 04, 2024
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