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NYINC Signature Sale 3081 12-13 Jan 2020
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temp. Philip IV silver Atocha Shipwreck Recovery Ingot of 62 troy lb 2.88 troy oz ND (c. 1622), Recovered from the famous Atocha shipwreck off the coast of the Florida Keys, these silver ingots (and other specie) were in the process of being transported back to Spain when the galleon of ships it was traveling in were struck by a hurricane. Today, these bars remain one of the most imposing and iconic recoveries from this famous wreck. The bar itself, like all survivors, shows significant evidence of long-time saltwater immersion, with many of the stamps beginning to fade into the bar. It is interesting to note that the original purity stamp remains legible, classifying the bar at 2380/2400 purity. Accompanied by the original certificate of authenticity and for those capable of displaying such a item, a wonderful story-piece!
Ex. Gerry Lane Family Collection
https://coins.ha.com/itm/mexico/mexico-temp-philip-iv-silver-atocha-shipwreck-recovery-ingot-of-62-troy-lb-288-troy-oz-nd-c-1622-/a/3081-32299.s?type=CoinArchives3081
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 18000-22000 USD
temp. Philip IV silver Atocha Shipwreck Recovery Ingot of 62 troy lb 2.88 troy oz ND (c. 1622), Recovered from the famous Atocha shipwreck off the coast of the Florida Keys, these silver ingots (and other specie) were in the process of being transported back to Spain when the galleon of ships it was traveling in were struck by a hurricane. Today, these bars remain one of the most imposing and iconic recoveries from this famous wreck. The bar itself, like all survivors, shows significant evidence of long-time saltwater immersion, with many of the stamps beginning to fade into the bar. It is interesting to note that the original purity stamp remains legible, classifying the bar at 2380/2400 purity. Accompanied by the original certificate of authenticity and for those capable of displaying such a item, a wonderful story-piece!
Ex. Gerry Lane Family Collection
https://coins.ha.com/itm/mexico/mexico-temp-philip-iv-silver-atocha-shipwreck-recovery-ingot-of-62-troy-lb-288-troy-oz-nd-c-1622-/a/3081-32299.s?type=CoinArchives3081
HID02906262019
© 2019 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 18000-22000 USD