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Recovered Treasures: Florida Authorities Retrieve $1 Million in Stolen Gold Coins

Florida authorities recover 37 stolen gold coins worth $1 million connected to the infamous 1715 Spanish Treasure Fleet shipwreck.

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Florida state officials and the FBI have successfully recovered 37 stolen gold coins valued at over $1 million, linked to an 18th-century shipwreck. The recovery follows an investigation into the theft of these historical artifacts, with Eric Schmitt charged for his involvement. Originally uncovered in 2015 by the Schmitt family, these treasures were part of a larger trove lost at sea during a hurricane. Authorities are committed to locating 13 additional missing coins, emphasizing the importance of protecting Florida's cultural heritage.

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