genuine 8 Reale Atocha coin pendant set in 18k gold
genuine 8 Reale Atocha coin pendant set in 18k gold
- overall pendant size is 53.5mm (2.10 inches) including the bail
- authentic Atocha shipwreck coin, with Mel Fisher Certificate of Authenticity
- handcrafted 18k yellow gold setting
- thick, 4mm wide sterling silver rolo chain in the length of your choice
- ready to ship
This particular coin was minted under Philip III (1578-1621), King of Spain. Minted in Potosi/ Bolivia, at that time a Spanish colony in South America. Coin weight is 24.40 grams. Coin diameter is 40mm (1.57 inch).
Both the Habsburg shield on the obverse and the cross on the reverse are clearly recognizable, even after the coin being in the ocean for 400 years.
This coin was sea salvaged by Mel Fisher in 1985 and comes with a copied Certificate of Authenticity issued by Mel Fisher as well as an Appraisal Certificate, issued by Mel Fisher's company in 1998.
The coin is set in a hand crafted setting, made from solid 18k gold. Bail opening is 7.5mm. Marked with 18k.
You will receive the very same pendant shown in the pictures, in a premium luxurious jewelry box, ready to be given as a gift.