Why did pirates steal gold?

Answer 1

Pirates liked treasure because it was worth something. They could use this treasure to trade or keep for selfish reasons.

Answer 2

They do find treasure but not in the way they say in books. They steal it from other ship that are sailing on any open water their on

Answer 3

Heres a wild stab in the dark. To get rich possibly?

Answer 4

To make money. What else?

(in reality, today's pirates don't collect treasure, they capture ships and the crew and demand a ransom. not nearly as awesome as your stereotypical pirate)

Answer 5

After kidnapping the sailors, the pirates did steal the cargo that contained food stuffs like sugar and rice.