Alonzo Batilla's treasures

Over the course of his time in the West Indies during the early 18th century, the pirate Alonzo Batilla came across many treasures, the maps to which he retrieved from the wrecks of merchant and military ships alike, after besting them in naval combat.^[1]

Treasures[edit | edit source]

Hernán Cortés

The Spanish Conquistador

Heart of Gold
A large gold nugget shaped like a human heart
Montezuma's Goblet
A container used by the Aztec ruler to drink chocolate before entering his harem
Finger Ring
A ring made of cast gold representing the sacred figure of the jaguar
Sacred Mask
This sacred relic was not intended to be worn, but placed on statues as a tribute to the Gods
Lingote de Oro
A convenient way to carry stolen gold after the looting of Tenochtitlan
Turtle Necklace
A relic worn by the elected ruler of the Aztec people, Moctezuma II

San José

The Rich Galleon

Precious Box
This finely-crafted box was destined for the wife of an unlucky conquistador
Peruvian Coin
Forged in 1701 by the Viceroyalty of Peru, this coin features the initials of Philip V, the King of Spain
Money Chain
The gold links of this chain were designed to be twisted open and used as currency
Mythical Cup
This decorative object from the captain's cabin is adorned with phoenixes, dragons, and unicorns
Emerald Pendant
At a time where ostentatious displays of wealth were forbidden, only the most powerful could afford to wear this beautiful piece of jewelry
Master's Ring
Carved with the family crest, this ring was passed on from generation to generation

Imperio Español

The Treasure Fleet

Gold Bars
Forged in the colonies, these numbered gold bars financed the expensive wars of the Spanish crown
Gold Cob
A gold coin featuring the Jerusalem cross
Cross Chain
This chain is embellished with a gold cross and a medallion
Emerald Gold Pin
Lost in 1622, this precious relic was found by a lucky treasure hunter in 1985
Spanish Doubloon
A coin forged in Spain and used as trade currency in the Caribbean
Bosun's Whistle
A tool for communicating orders to the sailors perched high up in the rigging

Gems

The Rare Stones

Sacred Emerald
This legendary Aztec relic was destined to be reclaimed by Quetzalcoatl upon his return among the mortals
Ruby Tooth
This stone was an extremely rare find in the mines of the Spanish colonies
Raw Sapphire
This pure blue gemstone was dug out by a native slave in the mines of Nuevo Reino de Granada
Massive Jade Stone
A rare and valued find from the Motagua River in Nueva España
Large Amethyst
This precious stone was found in the Mato Grosso in Colonial Brazil
Golden Topaz
Only the rarest of topaz stones shine like gold nuggets

Lovers' souvenirs

Dangerous Liaisons

Soiled Crucifix
A pious French woman lost her crucifix along with her virtue in the arms of a legendary pirate
Oriental Hairpin
An ancient oriental artifact from the pleasure houses of the Orient
Lost Earrings
These were taken as a souvenir by a notorious French pirate
Lady's Ring
Presented as a gift by a rich nobleman, this ring was stolen along with a lady's heart
Lover's Coin
Bending gold coins was a custom when offering them to court a lady
Garnet Ring
One ring to woo them all and in his cabin, bed them

British Empire

The Navy's finest

Captain's Button
A gold button torn from a Royal Navy uniform
Royal Navy Ring
Engraved with the letters HMS – Her Majesty's Ship – this ring belonged to a Royal Navy officer
Noble's Knife
Fitted with a mahogany and gold handle, this sailor's tool must have belonged to a man of noble birth
Gold Sovereign
A coin representing queen Mary I, with a nominal value of one pound sterling
Mourning Ring
Death is a part of life. This relic belonged to a venerable land-owning family
Lost Chalice
Intrepid Jesuit priests expelled during the Reformation used this chalice to celebrate Mass

Aztec relics

Of Gods and Men

Mask of the Deity
Tezcatlipoca was associated with night, wind, sorcery, mischief, beauty, war, strife... and jaguars
Turquoise Mask
Made from a most precious stone, this mask of Quetzalcoatl was sent as tribute to the Aztec capital
Sacrificial Knife
A great sacrifice sustains the universe. Earth, food, people... all spring from the bodies of the sacrificial gods
Jade Mask
The ceremonial death mask of an Aztec ruler
Mosaic Mask
An ornamental turquoise mask representing Xiuhtecuhtli, the Aztec god of fire, day, and heat
Ancient Calendar
This adaptation of an old Mayan calendar - describing solar and lunar cycles and the motion of the brightest stars - was used to conduct ceremonies and rituals

Mayan relics

The Lost Empire

Statue of the Deity
Itzamna, the founder of Mayan culture, taught people how to grow plants, use medicine, and draw calendars
Statue of the Goddess
Ixchel, the Goddess of childbirth and rainbows, decides how the moon affects men and women
Fertility Sculpture
Mayan women made offerings to the fertility goddess twice in their lifetime: once as a child, once as a mother
Deity's Head
A ten-pound piece of jade carved in the shape of the sun god
Onyx Tool
A hunting and fighting tool made of a precious, solid material
Mayan Codex
Pages featuring the Mayan calendar and its numeral system

Incarelics

Children of the Sun

Sun God Mask
Inti, patron deity of the Incas, son of the god of civilization, and father of the Sapa Inca, the ruler of the people
Ceremonial Mask
This mask of Mama Quilla, the moon mother, was used as a temple ornament
Ritual Mask
The Incas' gold masks are amongst the finest ever forged
Death Mask
Pre-dating the Incan empire, this mask was designed to be entombed for eternity
Statue of Viracocha
The creator God, father of all spirits and living beings in the universe
Statue of Kon
The god of rain and wind, son of the sun god and moon mother

Strange artifacts

The Oddest Treasures

Ancient Mask
Was this mysterious mask molded on a living man's head?
Chart Divider
A legendary pirate captain used this golden tool to navigate the seas and capture his prizes
Ancient Grooming Tool
An earwax and toothpick spoon, fallen out of fashion over the centuries
Mixtec Serpent
The double-headed serpent is associated with Quetzalcoatl, the all powerful Aztec god
Skull Goblet
An old Mixtec artifact used to collect the blood of sacrificed humans
Flying Device
An age-old Mayan relic resembling a bird... or is it a glider?

Henry Morgan

The King of Pirates

Ship's Bell
The only remains of HMS Oxford, a beautiful Navy warship captured by Morgan and destroyed by his drunk pirates the night before their attack on Cartagena
Letter of Commission
Seized from a French ship, this letter was sent by the governor of Baracoa to permit the French navies to trade with the Spanish and attack British pirates
Magdalena Emblem
A relic from one of the most beautiful and better equipped ships of the Spanish Armada, burned by Morgan's fire ship during the battle of Maracaibo
Ancient Artifact
This relic was stolen by Morgan during the looting of Panama, a bloody episode that claimed the lives of a thousand Spanish soldiers
Astrolabe
This rare nautical instrument, one of Morgan's prized possessions, was stolen from his house before it was destroyed in the Port Royal earthquake
Gold Rum
An ordinary rum bottle filled with gold dust. Captain Morgan's special!

François l'Olonnais

The Bane of the Spanish

Pirate Cutlass
This blade was used to behead an entire Spanish crew. The only survivor was left alive to spread the tale of this pirate's cruelty
Gaucho Knife
The gaucho uses this tool to eat, kill and protect, but this pirate turned it into a torture instrument
Old Pocket Watch
This family treasure from the 16th century was finally surrendered to this pirate after hours of merciless torture
Pieces of Eight
A coffer full of silver coins worth eight reales each, part of a classical pirate bounty, this one taken during the sacking of Maracaibo
Bag of Gemstones
Small, yet valuable. This pirate found these stones in the house of a noble in Gibraltar, hours before the city was sacked
Gold Tooth
The only remains of this pirate after he was captured and dismembered by the native tribes of the New Kingdom of Granada

Exquemelin

The Barber Surgeon

Famous Book
The History of the Bouccaneers of America is a classical account of the lives of the famous early Golden Age pirates. Henry Morgan had it censored and amended to convey a more "proper" tale of his life
Medicine Chest
The most precious thing on a ship. Many a life could be saved with the potions stored in this wooden box... except when their illiterate user mixed them up
Surgeon's Saw
When limbs were doomed and pirates drunk enough to lie on the surgeon's table, the improvised doctor pulled out these tools and did what had to be done
Company Stock
This piece of paper issued by the West India Company is worth a lot more than it looks. After King Louis XIV dissolved the company in 1674, he had all the company shares bought back
Huguenot Cross
The proud property of a persecuted people, the members of the Protestant Reformed Church of France
Gold Razor
This barber's utensil was offered to Henry Morgan's barber by the infamous captain himself... after he stole it from a rich Spanish conquistador

African relics

A plundered continent

Dogon Axe
The animal figures engraved on this ceremonial bronze axe lend their strength to the warrior wielding it
Ram's Head
This ceremonial artifact was worn by the Olowo, the chief of the Owo state, to assert his power
Hunting Horn
Carved from an elephant's tusk, this hunting tool from the kingdom of Kongo allowed the hunters to coordinate deadly attacks
Sacred Leopard
Stolen from the kingdom of Benin, this ivory leopard was one of the symbolic representations of the Oba, the king
Egyptian Scarab
Placed on the throat, chest and heart of the mummy, these artifacts allowed their bearer to be accepted in the eternal afterlife
Soul Washer
Worn by high-ranking members of the Ashanti people, this protective pectoral disk was also a convenient way to store wealth

Sea treasures

Rare finds

Teardrop Pearl
The rounder and smoother the pearl, the more precious the find
Sea Glass Necklace
This gorgeous necklace was made with the most beautiful pieces of sea glass
Lion's Paw
A rare seashell used as a mount for this wonderful set of jewels
Gold Nautilus
A nautilus shell serves as the main structure of this exceptional gold-plated sculpture
Glory of the Atlantic
The Conus Granulatus is one of the rarest and most prized seashells of the West Indies
Black Pearl
The smooth surface of this perfectly round pearl makes it an extremely rare natural occurrence

Lucky charms

Symbols of future wealth

Wealth Elephant
In the ancient kingdom of Siam, the albino elephant was a sacred elephant that had to be tended to with much care
Emerald Clover
One leaf for faith, one leaf for hope, one leaf for love, and one leaf for luck
Jade Pig
In Chinese culture, jade and pigs were symbols of good fortune
Bloodstone Bonbonniere
With its distinctive red spots, the bloodstone was commonly used to stop bleeding and bring change
Albatross Pendant
When sailors saw this bird at sea, they took it as a sign that fortune was on their side
Dreamcatcher
The symbol of the Spider Woman, who watched over the Ojibwe children during the darkest hours

Rare weapons

From all over the world

Portuguese Blunderbuss
This fire-breathing weapon, often referred to as dragon, could be loaded with various types of ammunition, including gravel and sand
Flintlock Pistols
This finely ornamented pair of weapons most probably belonged to a rich Dutchman
Musketeer Rapier
Who knows how this outdated old-world weapon found its way to the West Indies?
Indian Dagger
This silver katar was used as an extension of the arm and fist to deal deadly attacks to the head and torso of its wielder's enemies
Ottoman Saber
This one-handed curved weapon favored by the Turks originated from the famous Mongol blades
German Axe-Pistol
This seventeenth century weapon combined two very functional melee favorites for maximal damage

Snuff bottles

Crafted in the Orient

Elderly Man
Carved from a bone, this snuff bottle represents the face of a happy tobacco-sniffing old man
Red Carp
A red colored snuff bottle engraved with swimming carp fish. A symbol of success and prosperity
Fish Flower
A turquoise snuff bottle to store one's ration of powdered tobacco
Twin Relief
These two hand-carved Chinese snuff bottles feature the finest coral, lapis and turquoise beadings
Ivory Solace
This Chinese snuff bottle is engraved with a scene from the life of Confucius
Tibetan Silver
This ancient snuff bottle worn around the neck would preserve one's tobacco from the cold and heat

Alcohol

Drunk on plunder

Old Cognac
Somewhere in the world, a parched French captain must be miserable...
Wine Crate
This precious loot will turn a thirsty pirate into the most sophisticated drunk
Ale Cask
A healthy ration of pale ale. A light yet excellent drink, recommended for the whole family
Jamaican Rum
The pirate classic drink. The Caribbean's signature alcohol
Vintage Bordeaux
This old precious bottle must have been saved for a very special occasion
Whiskey
A product of the Old Bushmills Distillery in Ireland, the oldest licensed whiskey distillery in the world

Mayan Genesis

The Creation Myth

Hunahpu
The first of the Hero Twins, the youthful hunter of birds
Xbalanque
The second of the Hero Twins, nicknamed the Jaguar Sun
Vucub-Caquix
The false sun-moon demon bird, defeated by the Hero Twins after severing Hunahpu's arm
Buluc Chabtan
The God of war, violent death, and human sacrifice
The Hunter God of Death
The were-animal, the shape-shifter, hunter of heads, of deer... of humans
Howler Monkey God
The Mayan Deity of the Arts, patron of the scribes and artisans

Lords of the Night 1

The 9-day cycle

God 1
The Powerful Lord of the Center, representing energy and enthusiasm
God 2
The sacrificial knife, symbol of responsibility and personal sacrifice
God 3
The God of Sun, symbol of the need for respect and recognition
God 4
The God of Maize and Subsistence, representing protection and communication
God 5
The God of Death, symbol of sensitivity and touchiness
God 6
The Goddess of Jade Water, representing independence and the longing for recognition

Lords of the Night 2

The character archetypes

God 7
The Goddess of Confession, representing refinement and sexuality
God 8
The Jaguar God, symbol of liveliness and the need for conversation
God 9
The God of Rain, representing independence and self-sufficiency
Dresden Codex
The oldest book written in the Americas played a key role in deciphering Mayan hieroglyphs
Madrid Codex
Discovered during the Spanish conquest, this codex provides precious almanacs and astronomical tables
Mayan Calendar
The cyclical nature of time perceived by the Mayas, cornerstone of their life-death imagery

Lords of Light

Deities of the Earth

Cantzicnal
Son of Itzamna and Ixchel, the God of the Northern Sky represents the cold north wind
Hosanek
The God of the Southern Sky stands like a pillar supporting the heavens and reveals the golden hue of the corn
Hobnil
Standing in the Far East, Hobnil supports the eastern sky and glows with the warm red of the rising sun
Saccimi
The Pillar God of the Western Sky is represented by the color black, the shade of the sky after the sun has set
Stone tablet
This tablet represents a Bacab, any of the four Mayan deities of the interior of the earth
Itzamna
The creator deity, residing in the sky. The invisible high god

Vikings artefacts

First explorers

Drinking Horn
A very common Viking accessory, made from the horns of goats or cattle
Viking Shield
The unique way of holding the shield allowed Vikings to use it as an offensive and defensive tool
Viking Helmet
An expensive addition to the Viking's fighting gear, making it a rare find
Viking Sword
Rarer than the battle axe, this prestigious weapon was the prerogative of chieftains and kings
Sacred Runes
Odin's gift to humanity. Runes can be used for casting spells or blessing people and places
Bracelet
Who was supposed to wear this wonderful piece of craftsmanship?

Mayan Weapons

Classic headbreakers

Hul'che
A wooden shaft used to throw darts or arrows at great speed
Short Spear- A powerful throwing weapon used by hunters and warriors alike
Club
The short handle of this finely-carved spear gave its wielder maximum strength on impact
Obsidian Axe
The blade of this short axe was so strong it could crack a man's head with one single blow
Obsidian Dagger
Carved from one block of solid obsidian, this knife was truly unbreakable
Blowgun
The length and small diameter of this traditional blowgun allowed for great precision

Chess Pieces

Ancient gameplay

Pawn
The isolated pawn casts gloom over the entire chessboard
Knight
Daring ideas are like chessmen moved forward. They may be beaten, but they may start a winning game
Bishop
The future belongs to he who has the bishops
Rook
Chess is, above all, a fight
Queen
When you see a good move, look for a better one
King
Life is more than just chess. Though a king dies, life goes on

Animal Kingdom

Holy figures

Egyptian Cat
Seen as a blessing for killing mice, vermin, and snakes, cats became associated with protection and progress
Chinese Dragon
A powerful animal figure symbolizing the power of nature, the control over water, and the luck bestowed on the worthy souls
Mayan Turtle
A sacred symbol of the Earth, associated with the myth of creation and perpetual rebirth of the sun
Roman Eagle
A symbol of strength and power, the eagle was the emblem of the Roman legions
Persian Griffin
This amalgam of an eagle and a lion served as palace ornaments and represented the guardians of light
Greek Horse
The famous Trojan Horse, symbol of man's trickery and intelligence

The Zodiac 1

The Sun's path

Aries
Depicted as a man with a ram's head by the Egyptian, Aries represented fertility and creativity
Taurus
One of the earliest constellations, with the giant star Aldebaran as the bull's bloodshot eye
Gemini
Castor and Pollux are its two brightest stars, the Great Twins united by Zeus in immortality
Cancer
The dimmest of the zodiacal constellations, the Dark Sign is black and deprived of eyes
Leo
Identified by the Greeks as the Nemean Lion killed by hero Heracles as one of the twelve labors
Virgo
Associated with fertility, abundance or the goddess of wheat and agriculture

The Zodiac 2

The Moon's path

Libra
With its stars representing the scales of justice, this constellation is the symbol of truth and civility
Scorpio
Sent by Apollo to attack the huntsman Orion and kill him, the Scorpion was later raised to heavens by Zeus
Sagittarius
The constellation resembles a stick figure archer pointing its bow towards the Scorpion's heart
Capricorn
Represented as a hybrid of a goat and a fish since the 21st century BC, when the winter solstice occurred under Capricorn
Aquarius
The water bearer, holder of the spring rains and the destructive floods of the ancient times
Pisces
Two fish tied by a cord, Aphrodite and Eros leaping into the sea to escape the monster Typhon

Headdresses

Gorgeous adornments

Warrior Headdress
Designed to impress enemies and imbue the warrior with the strength of mythological animals
Priest Headdress
The symbol of the priest's status, the human link between gods and men
Tucan Headdress
This richly decorated headdress was worn by an influent Mayan nobleman
Great Tree Headdress
This headdress associated its bearer with the Great Tree, the central pole holding up the sky
Sacred Bird Headdress
This headdress is a tribute to the Celestial Bird, a figure of the Mayan Creation myth
Crocodile Headdress
The headdress is an homage to the crocodile, the original animal, symbolizing new beginnings and new potential

Independence Day

Revolutionary war artifacts

War Drum
The drums were an important part of the battlefield communications system, with various drum rolls used to sign different commands from officers to troops
Cocked hat
Troops with flintlock muskets tended to knock each other's wide brimmed hats off when they drilled in close formation, so they sewed the brims to the crown
Engraved Powder Horn
Probably used on board ship for priming the cannon with fine powder
American Gunsmith
An American gunsmith assembled this pistol utilizing parts from a Model 1733 French dragoon pistol
Revolutionary Grenade
Grenades of this type played an important part in the biggest naval battle of the Revolutionary War
Grand Union Flag
The first emblem of the United States Navy after the Declaration of Independence

Pirates' Day

Navigation tools

Miniature Globe
The entire living world in the palm of your hand
Bronze Compass
This apparently mundane tool is encased in precious metal
Antique Compass
One of man's oldest tools, used to mark distances and establish one's position on a map
Nocturnal
Used to tell time by the celestial clock. One ring was set to the date and the arm aligned with the correct stars
Legendary Spyglass
This precious tools is rumoured to have belonged to a merciless French pirate
Ancient Map
The extraordinary travels of William Dampier, the first man to circumnavigate the world three times

Halloween

Esoteric stuff

Thinking Skull
Traces of stone chips were found in the skin around the neck, suggesting that the victim was killed with antiquated tools, probably for sacrifice
Torture Doll
The Slaves brought from Africa brought their own form of image magic known as Bocio
Snake in a Jar
Snakes are considered to be the holders of intuitive knowledge
knowing that which cannot be spoken
Sacrificial Wooden Stake
Used for the purposes of mastering divine magnetism, by giving the sacrificed life energy to the gods
Shrunken Head
Reduce the head of his enemy allows to lock in his mind and thus to prevent his revenge
Spirit Bottles
In many instances the spirits trapped within the typical Voodoo Spirit Bottle are benevolent and are easily encouraged to act on behalf of their keepers, either in bringing luck or love or in keeping evil far away

Christmas

Celebration items

Alcool Cups
Set of British Royal Navy Rum or Grog Measures
1 Quart, 1 Pint and 2 ½ Pint Measures
Music Instrument
Sailors have a long tradition of entertaining themselves with song, and Christmas carols were very popular at the time
Silver Cutlery
Old silver plates, forks and spoons used by pirates for celebrations
Treasure Coins
Pirates consistently had access to better food than most sailors, plenty of liquor, and exotic spices because of their richness. Pirates were often warmly welcomed by business associates who enjoyed partying with these charming rogues
Wooden Harpoon
For pirates, the hunt would be part of the excitement of the holiday. They also had the right to feast for Christmas!
Bell of the Whydah
A ship's bell is used to indicate the time aboard a ship and hence to regulate the sailor's duty watches

Chinese New Year

Chinese pirates' treasure

Red Flag
The Red Flag was one of the most powerful pirate fleets in all of China, controlled by the famous and powerful female pirate Ching Shih.
Magnetic Compass
First invented as a device for divination as early as the Chinese Han Dynasty, the magnetic compass was later adopted for navigation by the Song dynasty Chinese during the 11th century.
Dao Sword
Chinese pirates mostly fought with traditional Chinese weapons as dao, jian, qiang and gun.
Traditional Clothes
This kind of clothes was worn by most people and pirates themselves at this period.
Dragon Seal
Ivory dragon seal with carved decoration, dated from pirates' age.
Antique Chinese Pot
Painted pottery pot with raised reliefs of dragons and phoenixes.