The first coin presented here is a silver rider, minted in the Dutch Republic in the province of Gelderland, in 1670, and still retains impressive detail. The coin shows slight wear, likely due to its circulation for around three decades before it was taken aboard the Dutch East Indiaman Merestein. Both the obverse and reverse display traces of maritime encrustation, with more prominent buildup on the obverse—a subtle yet powerful reminder of the coin’s long and storied journey beneath the sea.
Secondly presented is a ducaton from the Spanish Netherlands, minted in the city of Antwerp. Despite its time at sea, this silver coin retains impressive detail. However, due to marine encrustation, the final digit of the date is no longer visible. Both the obverse and reverse show mild signs of saltwater damage, along with patches of encrustation. This buildup may have originated from various iron objects aboard the ship—though some suggest it came from an iron chest that once held this remarkable piece of history.
Last but not least, an exceptional schelling minted in the Dutch city of Kampen, had already been in circulation for at least 80 years before it met its fate aboard the Dutch East Indiaman Merestein, which sank off the coast of South Africa. The coin’s obverse is truly remarkable, featuring one of the most intricately detailed shields we have ever seen among the Merestein schelling coins. While the reverse still retains impressive detail, it has been more affected by saltwater corrosion—a characteristic often found in coins recovered from this historic wreck. Adding to its allure, the coin boasts a deep, dark luster on both sides, enhancing its rich maritime history.
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