James Silverwood Seven Islands Gold

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James Silverwood Seven Islands Gold

Lost Treasure PA • Northumberland County County
Description
Northumberland County legend of James Silverwood, the "Master of the Seven Islands," burying a large gold cache near his Susquehanna River home.
Historical Notes
The Seven Islands lie in the Susquehanna River near Sunbury in Northumberland County. Compiled guides credit Silverwood with concealing a substantial gold hoard near his river estate. The tale anchors the county to Susquehanna island lore alongside Blue Hill hermit gold traditions.
Status / Verification legend — Legendary or approximate

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