1622 Atocha Shipwreck Spanish Coin Pendant | Handcrafted Sterling Silver Setting with 14K Gold Accents

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1622 Atocha Shipwreck Spanish Coin Pendant | Handcrafted Sterling Silver Setting with 14K Gold AccentsThis remarkable 1622 Atocha Shipwreck Spanish Coin Pendant holds a fascinating piece of maritime history, recovered from the legendary wreck of the Nuestra Seora de Atocha, which sank during a hurricane off the coast of Florida. Discovered in 1985, this eight reales coin was part of a massive treasure trove, and now it has been transformed into a stunning pendant set in sterling silver with elegant 14K gold accents. The pendant is approximately the

It was recovered from the Goodwin Sands in the English Channel where the Admiral Gardner sank in 1809 en route to India

It quickly achieved great prosperity and became one of the principal trading centers of the ancient world

and beauty endure through time

connecting distant lands with the wealth of Spain

standing left with scales and cornucopiae

Also referred to as a sun wheel

standing left holding scales and a cornucopia

Inv# A21677

and the enduring mystery of shipwrecked treasure

flanked by two lions supporting a shield beneath the legend East India Company

Dimensions: 35mm

its arms flanked by elegant rosettes