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Sunken Treasure of San José Galleon Revealed in New Images
Newly released images offer a glimpse into the vast treasures held by the
Spanish galleon San José, which sank off the coast of Colombia in 1708.
By Anya Schmidt | BOGOTÁ – 2025/06/11 21:40:13
The images, recently made public, showcase the remarkable contents of the
San José galleon, resting at a depth of 600 meters. The ship met its
fate during a battle with British warships.The estimated value of the
artifacts is approximately $17 billion.
The photographs are part of a new study featured in Antiquity magazine,
revealing a multitude of coins, weapons, and everyday objects scattered
around the wreckage. These images where captured using remotely operated
vehicles.
Details of the Treasure
The coins exhibit various designs, including
