Description: This remarkable genuine1734 Ducaton coin, Silver Rider, Grade1, is a true gem for collectors. It comes from the Shipwreck of Vliegent Hart, making it a unique piece with a fascinating history. The coin was issued in Holland, adding to its charm and authenticity. The year of issue, 1734, is a significant aspect that adds to the coin's value. On 3 February 1735 't Vliegend Hart left from Rammekens for Batavia, commanded by Captain CornelisVan der Horst. She was accompanied by the smaller ship Anna Catherina, under command of Jacob de Prinse and carried a cargo of wood, building materials, iron, gunpowder and wine, as well as several chests with gold and silver coins. Shortly after departure both ships ran aground in the Scheldt estuary on the sandbanks around Duerloo Channel and were lost with all cargo and crew.In the following days, barrels with jenever, beer and oil washed ashore on the beaches of Blankenberge and Nieuwpoort. In 1736, the British diver Captain William Evans salvaged some items, including 700 wine bottles and an iron cannon. Because of the difficult conditions there were no further salvage attempts and gradually the wreck was forgotten. It was not until 1981 that the wreck site would be rediscovered. Many artifacts, including wine bottles, bullets and an intact coffer with 2000 gold ducats and 5000 silver reales were retrieved.In 1991 a second chest filled with gold figure of 2,000 ducats and Spanish reales was discovered, as well as several cases of silver ducatoons. As these ducatoons (riders) were not listed on the official cargo manifest, it is likely they were smuggled on board by members of the crew to be sold for higher prices in the East Indies.The Ducaton was originally for sale for £1,495.00 but when you allow the 33.33% discount it brings the cost price down to £996.66N.B. No other offers or discounts can be applied. International Postal delivery can be arranged
Price: 596 GBP
Location: Falmouth
End Time: 2024-12-14T18:30:35.000Z
Shipping Cost: 18.96 GBP
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Returns Accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Country/Region of Manufacture: Netherlands
