Rick Lagina: “We Found MULTIPLE Treasures Hidden Underground!”
Rick Lagina: "We Found MULTIPLE Treasures Hidden Underground!"
But it’s suggestive certainly of the possibility of multiple treasure caches. Have high hopes that the very next scoop every time is going to be something hugely meaningful. After months of research and planning, Rick, Lega, and the team have finally started digging into the long-awaited area to uncover the island’s hidden secrets. Rick is more excited than ever because buried 153 feet below, the legendary Chappelle vault is believed to hold multiple treasures. With each layer of earth removed, this excavation is bringing them closer to a discovery that could change the entire course of Oak Island’s history.
For over 200 years, Oak Island has remained one of the world’s most enduring mysteries — an island that has lured treasure hunters, historians, and skeptics alike with whispers of lost riches buried deep under its surface. Countless theories have surfaced, from pirate fortune to sacred artifacts. But one thing has never been in doubt: something is down there. And now, after years of relentless effort, Rick Legina and his team are closer than ever to uncovering the truth.
The journey to this moment has been long and riddled with obstacles. The island has resisted every attempt to extract its secrets, swallowing tools, flooding excavations, and leaving only fragments of evidence behind. But history provides clues, and the team has been meticulously following them. One of the most compelling discoveries dates back to the late 19th century, when a group of gold hunters led by William Chappelle made a breakthrough that would shape the future of the search. In 1897, at a depth of approximately 153 feet, Chappelle and his team encountered what appeared to be a man-made underground structure that suggested a deliberate effort to conceal whatever lay beneath.
Among their findings were a hand-forged nail and a piece of parchment with writing — small yet significant clues hinting at the possibility of an ancient hoard hidden below. But before they could push further, the excavation collapsed, sealing the vault and with it the mystery that has haunted Oak Island ever since. Now, over a century later, Rick Legina and his team stand at the edge of that site, determined to succeed where others could not. Their goal is clear: reach the depths where Chappelle’s team stopped, unveil the long-buried vault, and finally reveal what has remained hidden for generations.
But this is no simple dig. The landscape itself presents a major challenge. Unlike past excavations, the team is dealing with unstable, swampy terrain — an environment that demands careful planning and precise execution. Rushing in recklessly could spell disaster, so the team has spent months strategizing the safest way to reach their target. After months of planning and analysis of past excavation challenges, they finally settled on a solution: caissons. These massive steel cylinders will allow them to stabilize the dig site and prevent flooding, giving them the best chance yet to reach what lies beneath.
This technology offers them the best opportunity to reach depths no one has safely accessed before. It’s a high-risk, high-reward operation, and now after years of preparation, they are ready to begin. As the first caisson is lowered into the earth, anticipation builds. Every piece of evidence gathered so far has led to this moment. The team knows that just a few feet under them, history is waiting to be uncovered. Will they finally unearth the long-lost Chappelle vault? Or, like so many before them, will they find that Oak Island is not yet ready to give up its secrets?
The excavation has begun, and with it, the search for buried riches enters its most critical phase yet. As the digging starts, the team braces for what lies ahead. But what they are about to expose is far more significant than they ever anticipated — a hidden structure. With the excavation now fully underway, the Oak Island team is entering a critical phase of their search. The massive caissons, designed to push deeper into the money pit than ever before, are being carefully lowered into place. Their objective is clear: reach the depths where Chappelle’s team first encountered the vault-like structure in 1897 and determine once and for all if something extraordinary has been shrouded below the island for centuries.
Rick Lagina stands at the edge of the excavation site, watching as the machinery roars to life. A quiet intensity grips the dig site, and each movement of the drill brings them closer to answers that have eluded treasure hunters for over 200 years. This is more than just another dig — this is the culmination of years of research, planning, and unstoppable determination. As the excavation progresses, a sudden shift in the drill’s movement catches the team’s attention. A crew member leans in, inspecting the core sample as it emerges. Then come the words that send a jolt of excitement through the team: “We hit a lot of wood.”
A wooden structure buried deep underground — a potential sign of construction. Evidence that someone was here before. But this is not just scattered debris; the placement, the depth, and the sheer volume of wood all suggest something far more significant. Could this be the original Money Pit — the legendary site discovered in 1795, the very place that sparked this centuries-old mystery? It’s a possibility they can’t ignore. If they have indeed found the Money Pit, then they are standing on the threshold of one of the most significant discoveries in Oak Island’s history. The structure that has taunted explorers for generations may finally be within reach.
But just as the team absorbs the weight of this possibility, another unexpected discovery shifts the focus entirely. A glint of an unusual object emerges from the soil — small but unmistakable. A team member lifts it carefully into the light, and Jack Begley’s voice breaks the silence: “Wow, is that a diamond?” If this is what it appears to be — a diamond — then the implications are staggering. Diamonds are not commonly found in this region, which means one of two things: either nature has played a highly unlikely trick, or someone centuries ago placed it here.
And if someone left a gemstone behind, then who were they? Could it be evidence of a larger historical connection, one tied to the many legends that have surrounded Oak Island for centuries? Marty Lagina examines the gemstone closely, his mind racing with possibilities. “So, somebody of importance, of wealth, was on Lot 5,” he says, his words carrying the weight of a new revelation. Lot 5, a section of Oak Island that has already produced a number of historical artifacts, may hold more than anyone previously realized.
The presence of such a gemstone could rewrite parts of the island’s known history, connecting it to figures of influence, power, or even royalty. With every discovery, the mystery deepens. The team’s determination is stronger than ever — but so are the questions. The Money Pit, the Chappelle vault, and now an unexpected gemstone: pieces of a puzzle scattered across centuries, waiting to be solved. And the excavation is far from over.
As the team pushes forward, they are about to encounter a discovery that changes everything — a find that may finally bring them face to face with the truth veiled beneath Oak Island’s surface. What they found next will challenge everything they thought they knew about Oak Island’s buried past.
Roman numerals and lost secrets.
The endless quest of Oak Island’s buried secrets continues. With the excavation at full speed, Rick and Marty Lagina stand on the precipice of what could be a history-defining moment. The team’s calculated approach, deploying massive caissons to stabilize the dig site, has already taken them deeper than most mystery chasers before them. Now, with each passing hour, the evidence is mounting that a long-lost discovery lies just below the surface.
The excavation has already yielded intriguing finds — metal fragments of ancient origin and potential signs of past activity. But as the dig progresses, a discovery brings the operation to a momentary standstill. The drill encounters unexpected resistance, hitting a solid structure deep within the shifting earth. Then, as a section of the caisson is lifted, it becomes clear they have unearthed a massive wooden beam deep within the Money Pit.
As the discovery is examined, the realization sets in: a significant amount of wood has been uncovered. This is not just scattered debris. The structure appears deliberate, its placement too precise to be random — just like a wooden tunnel. What stands out even more is a Roman numeral “III” etched into the timber, a marking that raises even more questions about its origins and purpose.
The presence of Roman numerals carved into wood is a rare but not unheard-of feature on Oak Island. The team knows this all too well. In past excavations, they have uncovered similar markings — clues left behind by those who once worked in secret on this very land. In earlier seasons, structures with identical inscriptions surfaced, most notably at Smith’s Cove. There, beneath layers of earth and debris, they had found a U-shaped wooden formation, its beams marked with numerals like “7” and “4.” That structure, later dated to 1769, predated even the discovery of the original Money Pit in 1795.
This new find raises an urgent question: could this wooden beam buried deep within the Money Pit belong to the same network of underground structures? If so, it could be one of the strongest indications yet that the team is on the right path, tracing the footsteps of whoever engineered this elaborate system centuries ago. But why were these beams marked? What purpose did these numerals serve?
Some theories suggest they were simple construction markers — a way for early builders to organize their work. Others believe these symbols held a deeper meaning, possibly linked to a secretive group protecting a sacred treasure. If these markings do in fact connect to Smith’s Cove and other known structures on the island, then the implications are incredible. This was no isolated event.
Alex Lagina studies the beam closely, running his hand over the deeply etched numeral. “It’s the oldest looking wood we have found,” he remarks, his voice carrying the weight of their discovery. Could they be standing on the very threshold of Oak Island’s greatest secret? With each discovery, the pieces of this long-buried puzzle begin to take shape — the Roman numerals, the ancient structures, the Chappelle vault — all leading the team toward an answer that has remained elusive for centuries.
But Oak Island is never straightforward. Each breakthrough comes with new questions, new possibilities, and new challenges. Just as they think they’ve uncovered all the clues, a startling realization emerges — one that suggests Oak Island’s secrets are even greater than anyone imagined.
Tracing clues to buried treasures, Rick Lagina and his team stand at a pivotal moment in their search. The discoveries they’ve made so far — the ancient wooden structures, the Roman numerals, the metal fragments — are more than just scattered clues. They are pieces of a much larger mystery, one that has resisted explanation for centuries. And now, with the excavation reaching its most critical phase, anticipation is at an all-time high.
The team believes they are on the verge of uncovering multiple treasures, and recent developments only strengthen that belief. The newly unearthed timber buried deep within the Money Pit has reignited speculation about Oak Island’s possible ties to biblical relics — a theory that has lingered in whispers for generations. Some researchers claim that ancient texts hint at treasures of religious significance being transported to a secret location far from the reach of the world. Could Oak Island be that location?
While such theories remain speculative, they add yet another layer to the island’s already complex history. The idea that Oak Island could hold artifacts of immense historical and religious importance has fascinated both the team and viewers alike. If true, it could mean that the treasure buried underground is far more significant than anyone ever imagined — not just gold and jewels, but a discovery that could reshape history itself.
But the mystery deepens even further. Alongside their excavation efforts, the team has turned their attention to another crucial lead — historical maps. Careful analysis has revealed a remarkable connection between ancient cartographic records and physical features on the island. One particular map outlines a shape eerily similar to a stone structure at the northern end of the swamp.
A team member studies the map, comparing it to the real-world terrain. Then the realization sets in: the feature on the map is outlined exactly like the stone structure found at the north end of the swamp. The connection is undeniable. Maps have long played a crucial role in the Oak Island mystery. Throughout history, fortune seekers have relied on them — some misleading, some revealing just enough to fuel the chase. But this is different.
If the map truly marks a deliberately secluded feature, then it could be the breakthrough they’ve been waiting for. Now, with just two episodes left in the season, the pressure is mounting. The team believes they are closing in on the Chappelle Vault — the long-rumored chamber that could hold multiple treasures buried underground. They have followed every lead, deciphered every clue, and pushed further than any team before them.
But Oak Island has never given up its secrets easily. Every time the team edges closer, the island fights back — with flooding, collapses, and deception built into its very foundation. But this time, the evidence is too strong to ignore.
Number 11. Roman Coins Found on Lot 5 (Episode 1)
The metal detector team started looking for lost treasures and ancient artifacts in the first show of the season. They found an artifact that was up to 2,000 years old. Lot 5 has a circular stone hollow that is 13 feet across and looks a lot like the description of the Money Pit. This is where the Roman coin was found. Another coin from the Roman Empire was found after hours of careful digging — it was 1,000 years old.
The team was excited about what they had found, so they kept digging carefully and found three more old coins. They took all of them to study. When the coins’ history was examined, it was said that they were brought to the island by the Knights Templar, who came to rest there. That wasn’t a big surprise because there were hints all over the island that Templars had lived there in the past. But making these kinds of links this early in the season is a personal best.
Number 10. Ramrod Guide with Inscriptions (Episode 2)
When the team carefully dug into the circular depression on Lot 5, they found a strange shell casing full of military weapon parts. Among the broken glass and shells, an object that was later identified as a gun ramrod guide was found. This ramrod piece was unique because it had an old Roman writing that said “VI” on it.
A similar artifact report from 1970 was made in Smith’s Cove on the island, where a 65-foot-long U-shaped wooden building with Roman numerals was found. Experts said the ramrod is suitable for a pistol and smaller guns because of its size and shape.
Number 9. Rectangular Feature Treasures (Episode 3)
As archaeologists kept looking into Lot 5, they found another big depression — this time rectangular. A piece of creamware from 1762 was found among the wreckage, which supported the idea that Lot 5 was the location of a secret operation that would soon be made public. Also found were a pair of rusty knives. The object was thought to be from the 1700s based on its handle.
The archaeology team found a latch at the base of the feature that can be used to lift heavy things. Most of the items in the feature showed that something did happen on the island, but the exact location of the hidden treasure has not yet been found.
Number 8. Swamp – The Ancient Stone Ship (Episode 3)
Built in the 1700s, the 200-ton treasure ship was found in a swampy spot in the southeast corner of the island. The historical sign that proved Fred Nolan was telling the truth about there being a big treasure ship on the island gave the team hope as they looked for more items in a triangle-shaped swamp.
They found several that proved Oak Island was where the riches were hidden. A big sailing galleon and a piece of wood that might have been from the broken-up creation ship were found. They also discovered some old items like a glass bottle from the 1700s that might help them figure out when the island became more aware of science and architecture. Experts say that the bottle might also show how the roads on the island were built and what materials were used.
Number 7. Cribbing and Rose Spike (Episodes 4 and 6)
Few of the items found in Lot 5 gave us any idea of how good they were at building and architecture. When the rectangular feature was being dug up, a piece of old rustic iron was discovered. It looked like a tool at first. Later, it was found to be a spike that the people who built the tunnels and other buildings on the island used.
Spikes were commonly used as building tools in the 1700s. They had a wooden handle. It’s likely that the depositors were smart enough to make paths and complicated plans that only the original makers could fully understand. When the spike was scanned, it was found to match the wood samples from the tunnels. This proves that it was used to build the structures on the island.
Jack found a handmade square bolt that was probably made in the 1700s while sorting through the rubble from the holes in Lot 5. According to scholars, Sir William Phips owned the spike. He was the main treasure hunter on Oak Island.
The square clips were different from those seen in previous seasons. It had the shape of a rose spike and was worn outwards instead of inwards, which shows that it was there for about 100 years before Oak Island was found. People built houses and big ships with these spikes. It wasn’t built on the island, but was shipped there so that someone could use it to build a house, shed, or tunnel.
When CT was used to look at the original stars, two holes were found in the spike’s head. It was made of pure iron with a lot of aluminum, which was common in the 1600s and 1700s.
Number 6. Snipping Tool Handle (Episode 4)
The square-shaped rock feature is a big clue to solving the island’s secret, and it’s also where tools from when people lived there were found. A snipping tool handle was found near the feature on Lot 5, along with other possible prize spots. There was a broken piece on the tool that showed it was attached to something else like a handle.
Carmen Legge, an expert, says it was linked to a metal scissors shear. Based on what was seen, it was found to be Spanish-made iron scissors that were forged by hand and were similar to Dan Blankenship’s island artifact from the 1970s. The design of its corrosion gave a big hint about where it came from during production.
It looks like the handle is much older than Dan Blankenship’s scissors because it is rusting outwards instead of inwards. It was probably used by hunts on the island.
Number 5. Pieces of White Ceramics and Pearlware (Episode 4)
A lot of the episodes in Season 11 showed bits of pottery being found during the digging. It has been found that most of the pieces are cream and pink, which were popular in the English era. This means they were probably shipped or brought by the troops or early searchers.
Archaeologists have usually found and figured out that white pottery pieces were made around the middle of the 1700s. She said that these pieces used to be white, and the dates show that they probably came from ceramic teapots. As of now, no one knows what the pieces are because most of the treasures that were found were hidden long before Oak Island was discovered.
It might be hard to figure out where they came from, but it’s not impossible.
Number 4. Underground Chain Link (Episode 5)
A metal detector was used to find small pieces of metal because the area was said to have a lot of metal anomalies. While the loot was being dug up and sorted through the mud and trash, the group found something new early in the search. A metal piece was found in the mud. It is thought to be either a nail or a chain link.
When it was broken, it looked like it was either used to lift something big or to hold something together, like a vault. Experts who use metal detectors say that the chain link may have been buried before the stone wall was built on top of it. The break in the chain link from the whole wall was probably caused by abandonment or dirt disturbance.
Number 3. Metal Wedge (Episode 5)
In the mud and other junk from a dig 80 feet below ground, a big metal piece that turned out to be a wedge was found. The wedge looked like it was missing a piece when it was examined. It was said that the lost piece was a wooden handle and the wedge was an axe part.
The metal wedge is said to have been invented in 1735 and it was probably an important tool for digging to find wealth or build tunnels.
Number 2. Lead Bag Seal (Episode 5)
Archaeologists found an old coin on Lot 5 that was from a different century than the other coins that had been found. Things didn’t make sense about it because it felt old and like the original piece of something. It wasn’t a coin when it was taken to the interpretive room for a report — it was an old bag seal that traders used in the 1300s to keep things closed.
Two lead circles with a stamp in the middle were used to make the seal. The military and industrial sectors used the bag seal, which had the letters “KR” and some other letters that couldn’t be recognized. The seal came from a business called Army Parkers, which was around in 1808.
The seal, on the other hand, seems much older than it is because it has old writing on it that looks a lot like the writing on the sample seal. Some things like military uniforms, weapons, maps, food, medicines, and other items may have been packed up, sealed, and sent to Oak Island at some time.
This theory backs up the idea that the British military and the Parkers did some things together in the 1500s.
Number 1. Aladdin’s Cave
At the same time, Rick, Marty, and Craig Tester called the team in the Money Pit area to find out what was going on with the water tests. This is what Dr. Matt Lukeman and Dr. Fred Michael found. It turns out that all of the well-water tests have organic matter in them. This shows that people have been here before, and it could help locate the prize.
L16 Deep, which is thought to lead into a big empty cave, is one of the most interesting ideas. The water has organic stuff in it, and this cave could be where it comes from. It’s also possible that the treasure is kept there. The team is thrilled with these findings and can’t wait to keep researching. They think they’re about to figure out Oak Island’s mystery.
Rick, Marty, Craig, and the rest of the team are quickly following another hint in the Money Pit area. They have found the mysterious Aladdin’s Cave — a 150-foot-deep limestone cave. Sonar and camera pictures suggest that it may be a built structure, and tests of the water revealed levels of gold and organic materials like wood that had never been seen before, showing that people have been there.
But this is odd because there aren’t any known effects at that level that were caused by people. A number of doctors such as Matt Lukeman, Ian Spooner, and Fred Michael have recently found new evidence to back this idea. They hope that the cave has traits that were made by people. Rick understands what it means: if things are up in that cave away from people, it has a huge meaning.
“It doesn’t make sense at all. Aside from the base, there shouldn’t be any living things there — but there is wood. There must be something since these three tools all point to it.” They think that more research needs to be done. They plan to drill a new hole near the bottom of the pit where they have the most height and send a second camera down. This could be a clue about where the opening or tunnel to a cave is.
Finding organic matter in Aladdin’s Cave changes everything. It suggests that people have been there — and that there may be wealth waiting to be found. Aladdin’s Cave is a huge, interesting hole in the rock that is full of possibilities. It’s a great option to tunneling because the clay beds are very close together, and the presence of organic matter like wood shows that people have been there.
This strongly suggests that the object was made by humans, which adds to the mystery. It’s been a success that Season 11 finds have led to a lot of new information about Oak Island. More treasures are hiding under the island soil, ready to be found as the season goes on. The riches are ready and the team is ready.
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