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A 500-Year-Old Portuguese Shipwreck Found in the Desert — and Why It Matters
January 2, 2026
In 2008, diamond miners uncovered the Bom Jesus, a 16th-century Portuguese shipwreck near Oranjemund, Namibia, loaded with gold coins, copper ingots, and ivory. Explore its history, cargo, and insights into…
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Featured Update
A 500-Year-Old Portuguese Shipwreck Found in the Desert — and Why It Matters
January 2, 2026
In 2008, diamond miners uncovered the Bom Jesus, a 16th-century Portuguese shipwreck near Oranjemund, Namibia, loaded with gold coins, copper ingots, and ivory. Explore its history, cargo, and insights into…