Hidden Treasure in Delaware - Six Places to Search

Zwaanendael is located near the intersection of King'sBlackbird Creek is located near Blackbird on State
highway, and Savannah Rd. Near Lewes, in Sussexroute 10, in New Castle County. Another story of a
County.pirates hoard that has circulated for years has to do
The Dutch founded this town in the early 1600's.with Blackbeard the pirate. Supposedly, Blackbeard
However, Indian raids on the town were a constant. Itburied a treasure on the banks of the creek near
could be very possible that many treasures wereBlackbird.
buried by the occupants knowing of impending attacks.Kelley Island is located in Delaware Bay near Bombay
The practice of burying belongings before or duringHook National Wildlife Refuge.
attacks happened quite often during that period ofTwo pirates, James Gillian, and Captain Kidd apparently
time. And because people were killed during thoseburied two separate treasures in this area. For years
attacks, the treasures, or personal items may haveold coins have washed onto the beaches, probably
never been recovered.coming from the shipwrecks.
Odessa is located on U.S. 13 in New Castle County, itLaurel is located in Sussex County, rte 24. A treasure
was settled in 1700 by English settlers. Odessa wascalled the "Patty Cannon Treasure" is supposedly
originally named Appoquinimink, the same name as theburied in this area. Apparently it consists of gold and
creek it was settled on. This town was rebuilt in 1725silver coins.
after being destroyed by the Indians. There are storiesIt is important that you always ask for permission
of buried treasures in that area.when entering private property. If you are going on to
New Castle is located on the west bank of theState or Federal Land, in search for lost treasure, be
Delaware River, just south of Wilmington. There aresure to check with your State laws about any digging.
many tales of pirates frequenting this area. OneThe link below will provide you with more information
interesting story of buried treasure having to do withregarding Sate Laws.
pirates is the tale about pirates in 1699 bringing a veryGood luck in your search for hidden treasure.
large treasure from Madagascar and burying it in a© Frank W.
well near the town jail.