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500-Year-Old Shipwreck Discovered in Namibian Desert Yields Treasure Trove

In 2008, diamond miners in Namibia’s desert uncovered the Bom Jesus, a Portuguese ship lost in 1533 enroute to India. The wreck contained approximately 2,000 gold coins and tens of thousands of pounds of copper ingots, all remarkably well-preserved. Additional artifacts included bronze bowls, cannons, navigational instruments, and elephant tusks, highlighting the extensive trade routes of the time. Experts believe the ship sank after being pulled too close to shore during a storm, causing it to collide with a rock and capsize. The Namibian government retains ownership of the ship and its contents, with the Portuguese government allowing Namibia to keep the treasure. 

Source: Arkeonews

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