“A scuba-diving treasure hunter said he now fears a “dangerous” gold rush after what is thought to be the anchor of the most valuable British shipwreck in history was found off the coast of Cornwall. “
Basically, He saw it FIRST. And to leave it for him to find.
If the ship lost the anchor it could have floated two hundred miles from there before sinking. Big area to cover.
This is why I would never reveal it until I’ve gathered it all.