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A Fisherman Hauls Up a Sunken Treasure—Then a Costly Blunder Costs Him Millions

Arthur hovered just above the seafloor, his flashlight cutting a weak beam through swirling silt. He worked patiently, his numb fingers prying the nylon mesh from a jagged rock outcrop. He couldn't afford a single tear, so he untangled the cords inch by inch, ignoring the burn in his lungs. Once the net sagged free, he scanned the area to make sure his gear was clear.