Atocha 8 Reale

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18 karat anchor style chain with 14 karat bezel.

On September 6, 1622, the heavily laden galleon of King Philip IV’s Tierra Firme Fleet grounded and broke up in a raging hurricane near the Florida Keys. More than two hundred and sixty persons perished and tons of gold, silver and other precious cargo were lost at sea.

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18 karat anchor style chain with 14 karat bezel.

On September 6, 1622, the heavily laden galleon of King Philip IV’s Tierra Firme Fleet grounded and broke up in a raging hurricane near the Florida Keys. More than two hundred and sixty persons perished and tons of gold, silver and other precious cargo were lost at sea.

*Certificate Included

Additional information

Date

1617 – 1621

Denomination

8 Reale

Grade

II

Reign

Philip III

Mint

Potosi