PIRATE TREASURE

PIRATE TREASURE

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

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The video explores a unique collection of pirate treasure from the Bahamas, consisting of nearly 9,000 silver coins valued at over £200,000. Discovered in 1964 by four partners in a water sports business, the treasure's transfer to Britain for auction involved lengthy negotiations with the Bahamas government. The coins are believed to date back to 1628, linked to a raid by Dutchman Piet Hein on a Spanish fleet. These coins, with some priced up to £200, are considered romantic yet expensive gifts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated value of the pirate treasure discovered in the Bahamas?

£100,000

£400,000

£200,000

£300,000

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year was the pirate treasure discovered by the partners in the Bahamas?

1954

1964

1974

1984

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the Dutchman responsible for capturing the Spanish fleet's bullion in 1628?

Piet Hein

Willem Janszoon

Abel Tasman

Cornelis de Houtman

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the negotiations with the Bahamas government?

To return the coins to Spain

To transfer the coins to Britain for auction

To establish a museum in the Bahamas

To sell the coins locally

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the maximum asking price for some of the pirate treasure pieces?

£250

£200

£150

£100