1702-1728 8 Reales 1715 Fleet Sea Salvaged Cob

Unusual 1702-1728 8 Reales Recovered from the 1715 Fleet

Item #CC-0024 | 1702 – 1728 8 Reales 1715 Fleet Sea Salvaged Cob

Mint: Mexico
Assayer: NV
Ruler/Period: King Philip V (1700-1746)
Grade: NGC Very Fine Details – Sea Salvaged
NGC Serial #: 2857167-006  View Certification Details from NGC
Population by NGC: One of only 4 examples in Very Fine condition.

Description: This unique looking Piece of Eight was recovered from the 1715 fleet. You can see much of the shield on the obverse and a portion of the Jerusalem cross on the reverse.

Spanish silver cobs from the 1715 Fleet are highly sought after, especially in nicer quality and this example will make a great addition to any shipwreck treasure collection.

 

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