The discovery took place during a routine excavation on Smith’s Cove, where a team of researchers and treasure hunters, led by the team from “The Curse of Oak Island,” have spent countless seasons digging for clues. The breakthrough came when the team uncovered a series of ancient artifacts buried deep beneath the earth, signaling that they had finally reached the treasure that had been rumored to be hidden there since the 18th century.

The team, which has been working tirelessly on the island for years, was elated by the discovery. “This is what we’ve been working toward for so long,” said Rick Lagina, one of the leaders of the treasure hunt. “Finding these artifacts is a huge step forward, but we know that there’s more to uncover, and this could be just the beginning of an even larger discovery.”

The artifacts found included ancient tools, coins, and fragments of what appeared to be an intricately designed chest. The discovery has sent shockwaves through the archaeological community, as experts believe that this could be a major historical find, potentially linked to pirate activity or other early colonial treasure hoards.