Recovered from the depths of the English Channel, this striking copper coin carries with it the tales of the high seas and the might of the British Empire. The coin was part of the cargo aboard the Admiral Gardner, an East India Company ship lost to the treacherous sands of Goodwin in 1809, bound for India but now forever immortalized as a piece of history. Hand wrapped in elegant gold-filled wire, this silver dollar sized pendant reflects the craftsmanship of its era and the enduring beauty of its design.
On one side, the proud coat of arms of the East India Company stands in bold relief, flanked by lions and a shield with the inscription of the Company and a clear date of 1808. The reverse bears a Persian inscription, denoting its ten-cash denomination, a mark of its intended use in trade across the distant lands of India. Each detail is a testament to the global influence of the East India Company and the voyages that brought their goods and culture to new frontiers.
A symbol of adventure and resilience, this pendant is more than just a coin; it is a fragment of maritime history, captured and preserved for centuries to come.
Product Description:
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Coin Type: Hand Milled
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Denomination: X (ten) Cash
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Mint: Soho
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Empire: England
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Date: 1808
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Metal: Copper
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Obverse: Visible date of 1808 with two lions and shield. Legend reads East India Company.
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Reverse: Persian inscription and the coin denomination of (X Cash) clearly visible.
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Setting: Hand wrapped in gold filled wire
Certificate of Authenticity with photo specific images included. BONUS- the newspaper account to two sailors sharing the harrowing story is also provided. Chain sold separately.
Inv# T31263
