Large coin pendant with a Spanish silver treasure coin from the Spanish colonies in South America between 1572 to 1734.
overall pendant hanging length is 55mm (2.16 inches) including the bail
sea salvaged silver treasure coin, about 35mm in diameter (1.37 inches), weighing 24.37 grams
handmade sterling silver setting
sterling silver chain in the length of your choice
ready to ship
Handsomely crude silver treasure (cob) coin from the Spanish colonies in South America. Large piece of 8 (8 Reales). The obverse depicts the Spanish coat of arms of Castille and Leon. The reverse depicts a cross with castles and lions representing the union of Church and State. Set in a thick sterling silver setting with a polished finish. Bail inside diameter is 7mm.
Shield type cob coinage was first struck at the Mexico City mint in 1572 under King Philip II and ceased production in 1733. They were hammered out and trimmed by hand at the Mexico, Santo Domingo, Lima, La Plata, Potosi, Panama, Cartagena and Bogota mints and were transported back to Spain on board of galleons crossing the Atlantic Ocean. Size and shape were immaterial, which means that most cobs are far from round or uniform in thickness. Cobs were generally accepted as good currency all around the world.
This coin is NOT a replica, but a real ancient artifact. You will receive a Certificate of Authenticity.
