1/2 Reales Mexico 1700-1719

Arguably the most appealing silver coin ever recovered from the Loosdrecht shipwreck, this Mexican cob features a stunning reverse with a striking cross, highlighted by a richly dark patina. While both the obverse and reverse bear the marks of saltwater damage, enough detail remains to fully identify this exceedingly rare coin. The rarity of this piece is further enhanced by the fact that only a small number of coins and artifacts were ever recovered from the Loosdrecht, a long-lost Dutch East Indiaman. This coin represents a truly unique opportunity to own a tangible piece of this chapter of maritime history.