The Rooswijk shipwreck holds within it a tragic tale of lost lives and cargo claimed by the unforgiving Goodwin Sands off the English coast in 1739. Among its treasures, this 1739 Spanish Cob coin once sailed with the ill-fated Dutch East Indiaman (VOC) Rooswijk, now preserved in history as part of a lost era.
The obverse of the coin still bears part of the Bourbon Coat of Arms, a reminder of the royal ties and power the Spanish Empire wielded across the seas. On the reverse, the striking "Florenzada" Cross, a symbol exclusively minted in the New World’s first mint, in Mexico City, evokes the unshakable unity between Church and State, surrounded by the lions of Leon and castles of Castile that harken back to the grandeur of Queen Isabella’s lineage.
Recovered from the ocean floor and carefully set in a handcrafted 14K gold bezel, this stunning pendant combines centuries-old history with the craftsmanship of today, weighing in at an impressive 25.6 grams of silver. The setting, with its elegant simplicity, allows the ancient artistry of the coin to take center stage. A true statement piece, it is approximately the size of a silver dollar, and its history adds unmatched intrigue to any collection.
Product Description:
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Coin Type: Hand Struck Cob
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Denomination: Eight Reales
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Mint: Mexico City
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Empire: Spanish Colonial
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Ruler: Philip V
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Date: 1729-1730 - Assayer R, Nicholas de Roxas
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Metal: Silver
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Weight: 25.6 grams
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Obverse: Partial shield of the Bourbon Coat of Arms. Denomination "8" is visible on right side of shield.
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Reverse: "Florenzada" Cross or flowered cross, which was only used by the first mint of the New World, Mexico City. The Cross symbolized the close bond of Church and State. Lions of Leon and castles of Castile (home regions of Queen Isabella of Spain) are in the quadrants of the cross.
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Setting: Handcrafted in 14K gold.
Certificate of Authenticity with photo specific images included. BONUS! Includes a brief history of the sinking of the ship. Chain sold separately.
Inv# T 70884
