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HOLLANDIA WRECK, RARE 1737 8 REALES GUATEMALA MINT

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Code: 10327



Hollandia wreck 1737  8 Reales Cob
Rare Guatemala mint.
From the famous Hollandia ship wreck, the Hollandia was a Dutch East Indiaman which wrecked on Annet Isles of Scilly on 13 July 1743 causing 276 fatalities. The wreck was discovered by Rex Cowan in 1971.
A pleasing coin with good detail for the issue & tone from a rare mint.
38 mm x 28 mm, 26.3 grams.
* Available with the original W.H. Lane & Son - Hollandia Treasure Sale catalogue September 1973. (this is available for an extra cost of £35 please contact us before ordering)