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The treasure was divided among the warships and merchantmen; the San José carried a large but not dominant…

The treasure was divided among the warships and merchantmen; the San José carried a large but not dominant share, with much bulk cargo.

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Where it stands

Most likelyIts tests partly supported it: two pieces of evidence for, none against. It needs two reviews to be accepted.

What it predicts

  • Registers show silver in the San Joaquín (which reached Cartagena) and in merchant hulls.
  • The wreck shows porcelain, jars and goods in proportion to coin.

What would rule it out

  • Registers place nearly all specie in the capitana.

Evidence 2 for · none against

The questions it answers

Most likelyThe treasure was divided among the warships and merchantmen; the San José carried a large but not dominant…

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Mysteries Department. (2026). The treasure was divided among the warships and merchantmen; the San José carried a large but not dominant… [Answer ANS0D4VYEKR2R5Z]. https://mysteriesdept.com/r/ANS0D4VYEKR2R5Z
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