History's most famous, and costliest cargoes
For centuries, ships have navigated the world's oceans carrying everything from gold and jewels to fleets of luxury cars – and even a single item worth a staggering $10 billion (£8bn). Read on to discover the stories behind 12 of the most famous, and valuable cargoes in history.
All dollar amounts in US dollars and figures adjusted for inflation.
Daniel Coughlin
18 February 2025
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