300-year-old letter tells of treasure buried beneath Society Hill

[jeff of pa]

A mysterious letter penned nearly 300 years ago remains housed at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania despite an explicit instruction by its unknown writer to destroy it. No one knows why the letter, dated May 14, 1716, survived. But it is crystal clear why its author wanted the document burned at the recipient's earliest opportunity. It tells of treasure buried in Society Hill. Writing from St. Jago De La Vega, Jamaica, the writer informs an unnamed brother of a treasure trove filled with Spanish currency now commonly associated with pirate tales. He provides detailed directions to recover a chest containing doubloons, pistoles, reales and pieces of eight. The letter concludes with an order to burn it.

http://www.phillyvoice.com/treasure-buried-beneath-society-hill/

 

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[kcm]

As you have now shared this tidbit of history with us, we will also expect you to share the loot if you find it.

 

[DeepseekerADS]

Very good post Jeff! Thank you, you always just keep them coming, and we all really do appreciate that. You're part of what makes Tnet!

 

[austin]

You have outdone yourself this time.