Treasure of the Upper Florida Gulf Coast- Bailey's Bluff

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#2 Bailey's Bluff
This is a high bluff overlooking the Gulf of Mexico half way between Tarpon Springs and New Port Richey Florida. Many an old tale has told of of Silver Bars and old coins being dug up all around this area. I'm told a small Island located in the middle of a lagoon called 'Dubloon Island' (go figure) legend has it that Jose Gaspar buried many chests of Gold Dubloons either in or around the immediate area.In fact many old coins have been reported to have unearthed in the vicinity of this Island!
I've also read a story of a construction crew striking pay dirt while digging a foundation in this area, supposedly digging up seven Silver Bars!!
Research shows that either a French or Dutch Fort was constructed on or very near to the present day Bailey's Bluff and judging from the number of reported artifacts that have been found in the vicinity both Treasure Dave as well as myself give this site a resounding 'Two Detectors Up' rating!!