The Oak Island Crew Just CASHED OUT The’re Latest Treasure!

“What did you see Rick? Wood, is that anything good?”
“I… Rick, does it cut?”
“Yeah look, it’s got an all in it, Rick. There’s no metals in there, but it’s definitely shaped.”
“Think so?”

The Oak Island team’s latest treasure discovery has sparked a frenzy of speculation and awe among treasure hunters worldwide. From mysterious artifacts to hidden treasures, their discovery promises to reveal secrets that have been buried for centuries.

But have you ever wondered how much the crew makes? Are they making millions from the show The Curse of Oak Island? Is that the main treasure? Why have the Lagina brothers been running the show for 11 years now?

Get ready for a wild ride filled with twists, turns, and, of course, plenty of treasure discoveries.

The Lagina brothers have established a reputation for themselves by repeatedly attempting to unearth the secrets of the cursed island. Rick and Marty Lagina have experienced highs and lows in their search for treasure, visiting Oak Island — a place full of mysteries and historic riches.

The brothers are determined to take the money. So what precisely did they find, and how much did they earn?

Join us as we learn how much Rick Lagina was paid, the minds behind the cursed island, and the location of stories and secrets.

There have been rumors that the cursed Oak Island was once home to a pirate named Captain Kidd 200 years ago, who left loot hidden on the island. So it’s reasonable that people want to investigate the cursed Oak Island.

The Lagina brothers began exploring as boys, and they and the rest of their crew have spent 11 TV seasons searching for the treasure. Marty and Rick Lagina began their fellowship at the dig in 2006 when they started looking for the cursed Oak Island treasure.

There’s the famous Oak Island legend: six people have died. When a seventh dies in search of the treasure, all will be revealed.

It is speculated that when they first received cash to begin their hunt for the island, they took out loans and encouraged investors to join their operation. The brothers grew up in northern Michigan and discovered the hidden treasure legend in 1965 after reading a copy of Reader’s Digest. Since then, both lads have adhered to their ambition despite life taking them down different courses and pursuing very different jobs.

Marty Lagina is Rick’s younger brother and considerably more realistic than his older sibling. Even though he is pessimistic about discovering anything on the island, he refuses to give up on his ambition.

He studied hard to become an engineer and started his own energy company. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University, and a legal degree, and is a member of the state bar. He has a lifelong interest in science, and it was in college that he met one of his greatest friends — now co-producer of the show — Craig Tester.

“That’s been used for helping pull boulders into place. What size boulders?”
“Would be half the size of this table.”
“Oh yes.”

Marty is not only the founder of Heritage Sustainable Energy but also the CEO. Craig, his best buddy, is the vice president. According to Salary.com, the average income of a CEO working for a company of that size is approximately $600,000.

In addition, Marty is the founder of Mari Vineyards, located in Michigan, which adds an additional revenue stream. It’s possible for anyone to place an order for reasonably priced wine through his website.

One of the participants noticed a little brown ball and unfurled it — it turned out to be a small piece of parchment with “VI” inscribed on it.

From the investments that have been made public, such as sponsoring other treasure hunters, Marty’s other types of investments are unknown. It has been confirmed that both brothers receive approximately $100,000 per episode, and possibly more for reruns, due to being executive producers.

Given that each season consists of about 25 episodes, both brothers earn a minimum of $2.5 million per season. As of now, with over 166 episodes aired, they’ve earned more than $16 million.

And the brothers aren’t slowing down. In addition, they participate in public speaking events for which they charge a minimum of $5,000 per event. On the History Channel website, they sell products such as shirts, hats, keychains, and books — all of which have received positive reviews.

To add insult to injury, the island is also home to a tour firm known as Salty Dog Sea Tours, which has reached its maximum booking capacity through April this year.

All of these business ventures — plus Marty’s unidentified income sources — may result in a net worth between $90 and $100 million.

Next up is Craig Tester. Marty Lagina has known him for a long time. Craig is not only a business partner but also a specialist in earth drilling and scanning.

He is the co-founder of Terra Energy with Marty. Craig has been key in analyzing evidence on the island and influences nearly every excavation decision.

It’s likely that he profited from the sale of Terra Energy, which he and Marty co-founded. During Beyond Oak Island, both Marty and Craig participate in numerous treasure hunts, hoping to discover something valuable.

“What do you make of the tin?”
“That’s nice… I don’t know if it’s off a door or a chest.”

Treasure hunts have the potential to earn enormous amounts of money — sometimes in the hundreds of millions — depending on what’s found. However, few public returns on investment have been reported. The fact that they continue investing suggests there’s value in it.

Craig also serves as vice president and manager of Heritage Sustainable Energy, a firm that manufactures turbines. It’s estimated that a VP and founder of such a company earns about $250,000 annually.

He also holds a mechanical engineering degree from Michigan Tech, and is manager of Rock Management Group. His net worth likely mirrors Marty’s, between $80 to $90 million, with involvement in Terra Energy, Mari Vineyards, and Oak Island Tours.

He has been featured in over 100 episodes of Curse of Oak Island.

Next, we have Alex Lagina, Marty’s son and Rick’s nephew. After graduating from the University of Michigan with a mechanical engineering degree, he followed his father into the energy and wine industries. He also has real estate assets.

Alex is a well-liked character on the show, appearing in 95 episodes of Curse of Oak Island, 10 episodes of Curse of Civil War Gold, and Beyond Oak Island. Assuming he earned about $100,000 per episode, his net worth is estimated at $50 million.

Jack Begley, stepson of Craig Tester, is another crew member. Known for getting his hands dirty, Jack works closely with Craig on digs. He’s featured in over 100 episodes and is also a producer.

He is a drone pilot and owner of Remote Energy Solutions, which earns seven figures annually. A drone pilot earns about $100,000 yearly, so combined with his other ventures, his net worth is estimated at $10 million.

Gary Drayton, originally from England, is a self-taught metal detectorist. He’s been invaluable to the team and has found emerald rings, rare coins, and even a Roman perfume bottle. He has appeared in over 150 episodes and written two books. His net worth is about $15 million.

Rick Lagina, the elder brother, worked for the U.S. Postal Service in Michigan. Guided by traditional values, Rick has always believed in the treasure’s existence. Postal workers earn between $62,000 and $122,000 annually, but his show earnings and success have raised his net worth to $20 million.

So — what exactly is Oak Island?

The island has long been rumored to hide treasure, ghosts, and pirate legends. It’s about 1 mile long and half a mile wide, and was divided into lots in the 1760s. Some maps even predate that division.

An early excavation uncovered a cryptic stone at 90 feet deep with the inscription translated as:
“Ten feet below, two million lies buried.”

Presidents like Franklin D. Roosevelt were drawn to the legend. Treasure companies have been digging for centuries.

Oak Island remains a place of dark allure, hopeful legends, and persistent treasure seekers.