In the 17th century, the Spanish Empire transported #ColombianEmeralds, more valuable than gold, back to Europe.

In 1622, a hurricane sank the #Atocha, sending the treasures to the ocean floor.🌊

In 1985, Mel Fisher discovered the wreck, including the 25.87-carat Atocha Star! https://t.co/UbC9l8HWlS