Worn Spanish Reale Coin Fragment – A Historic Shipwreck Relic

This fragment of a Spanish Reale, minted as a Cob in Mexico, originates from the legendary 1715 Plate Fleet of Nueva España, which was destroyed by a hurricane along the Florida coastline in 1715.

Acquired by Wayne in 2001 at auctions in New York City while staying at the renowned Roosevelt Hotel, this piece is a fascinating connection to a pivotal moment in maritime history.

Details:

• Weight: 0.33 grams

• The silver fragment is broken and heavily worn, making it unreadable, though the original coin would have featured the famed Hapsburg Shield, a signature of Spanish colonial coinage.

• Encased in a plastic container for preservation.

Additional Inclusions:

• A photocopy of the 1715 Fleet summary, dated 2001.

• A Certificate of Authenticity, including the item ID number (as shown in the image).

This rare silver fragment from the ill-fated 1715 Treasure Fleet is a must-have for collectors, offering a tangible link to one of history's most famous shipwrecks.