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Watch: Diver finds $1 Million in coins off Florida coast

One lucky diver found a rare collection of gold coins worth $1 milllion from 1715 shipwreck off the Florida coast.

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One lucky diver found a rare collection of gold coins worth $1 milllion from 1715 shipwreck off the Florida coast.

Eric Schmitt found a coin made specifically for the king of Spain, Phillip V, along with dozens more, Brent Brisben of 1715 Fleet — Queens Jewels LLC told Florida Today. “Oh my God! Oh my God!” the diver from the expedition can be heard screaming into his mask in the video.

The find was announced on Monday by a salvage company that owns the rights to the site where the coins and jewels were found.


The picture speaks for itself! One of the most amazing recoveries in 1715 Fleet History. Congratulations to the entire Schmitt family and the crew of the Aarrr Booty. Way to go Eric, this is truly remarkable!!! Check the local and national media for details of this incredible find. 

Watch: Diver's reaction when he finds $1 Million in coins

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