SATELLITE BEACH, Fla. -- The recent hurricanes have been devastating for most here in Central Florida, but for a select few in Brevard County, they have provided some extra cash.
Hurricanes Unearth Sunken Spanish Treasures
Residents are combing the beaches for Spanish treasures that have been buried for nearly 300 years!
A Spanish treasure fleet got caught in a hurricane off the coast of Florida in 1715. All of the ships sank, and some of their whereabouts are still a mystery.
Most experts believe the ships sank of the coasts of Indian River and St. Lucie counties, but some recent finds on Brevard beaches show evidence to the contrary.
The rough seas created by this season's three powerful hurricanes have eroded large dunes on Brevard's shores, exposing ground that has been buried for centuries.
Some seasoned treasure hunters knew just where to look.
"I knew a few enthusiastic beachcombers that waited out the hurricanes in their cars at the beach. The minute the winds died down they were on the shore hunting for Spanish treasure," said treasure expert Taffi Fisher.
She said one lucky fellow found four gold coins and around 20 silver coins.
Another man, Mike Wickwire, found 38 pieces of Spanish silver. The coins have intricate patterns that allow experts to guarantee the authenticity. Wickwire is reluctant to say exactly where he found the coins, but he does insist they came from a Brevard beach.
Fisher said that a silver coin could sell for up to $1,000, while a gold coin can be worth up to $20,000.
Fisher also believes the hurricanes will reveal more artifacts and some of the unaccounted ships will prove to be off the coast of Brevard County.
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