Worn Spanish Reale Coin Fragment – A Maritime Collectible

This fragment of a Spanish Reale, minted as a Cob in Mexico, comes from the 1715 Plate Fleet of Nueva España, a fleet devastated by a hurricane along the Florida coastline in 1715.

Acquired by Wayne in 2001 at auctions in New York City while staying at the historic Roosevelt Hotel, this piece offers collectors a rare connection to the storied history of shipwreck treasure.

Details:

• Weight: 3.64 grams

• The silver fragment is broken and well-worn, making it unreadable. The original coin would have featured the iconic Hapsburg Shield, a hallmark of its era.

• Encased in a protective plastic container.

Additional Inclusions:

• A photocopy of the 1715 Fleet summary, provided in 2001.

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

This pure silver relic from the infamous 1715 Treasure Fleet is a remarkable artifact for collectors, encapsulating a piece of maritime history.