(1622-28) Mo Mexico 4 Reales Philip IV Lucayan Beach Shipwreck XF-40

Introducing an exceptional piece of maritime history and numismatic excellence: the 1622-28 Mo Mexico 4 Reales Philip IV Lucayan Beach Shipwreck XF-40. This dazzling coin, recovered from the depths of history, offers an unparalleled glimpse into the economic and cultural heritage of the early 17th century.

The Lucayan Beach Treasure Coins, are one of only a small amount of Shipwreck finds, that can be attributed to Pirates. One of history’s most significant numismatic finds, these are 100% authentic cobs from the wreck salvage. They were minted by Spain, in Mexico for the 13 colonies. The ship transporting them was captured by pirates along with the whole Spanish fleet in 1628 and then lost at sea. Nearly 340 years later they were discovered and these, which are among the last ones available for public purchase, have not seen the light of day for decades and are fresh back from being authenticated and certified by NGC.

The Lucayan Beach Wreck was discovered August 1964 by four Americans in the waters off Freeport, Grand Bahama Island. The 4 divers conducted a water sports business based at the Lucayan Beach Hotel and the discovery was made in only 10' of water less than a mile from the hotel. This was one of the most significant finds in numismatic history. Though the mystery of the ships name was never solved, it's known that it was among the wreck of the Dutch Pirate Piet Heyn who had captured the entire Spanish Fleet at Matanzas Bay, Cuba in 1628. It's known that 2 of the captured vessels were lost at sea during their return voyage, and this is from one of those 2 ships. Piet Heyn (Pieter Pieterszoon) was a Dutch admiral and privateer for the Dutch Republic during the Eighty Years' War. Heyn was the first and the last to capture a large part of a Spanish treasure fleet which transported huge amounts of gold and silver from Spanish America to Spain.

That makes this one of only a few certified pirate treasure finds known. Most of the coins discovered were minted 1613 - 1626 in Mexico City, MX during the reign of Philip IV and bear the OMD Mint mark. A small number of additional coins found were minted during the reigns of Filipe II & III in Potosi, Bolivia & Mexico City bearing the mintmarks PR, OMA & OMP.

Crafted during the reign of Philip IV, this 4 Reales coin originates from the Mexican mint and bears the unmistakable marks of its era. The surface of the coin exhibits a dominant silver-gray hue, a testament to its substantial silver content. This natural tarnish and subtle wear only enhance its authenticity and age, reflecting centuries of oceanic journeying before its discovery at the Lucayan Beach shipwreck site.

Graded XF-40, this coin signifies an 'Extremely Fine' condition, with no evidence of the time spent underwater, preserving considerable detail and sharpness in its inscriptions and imagery. A collectible of such caliber offers both tangible historical connections and remarkable aesthetic appeal, making it an indispensable addition to any esteemed collection.

Elevate your numismatic portfolio and own a tangible piece of history with the 1622-28 Mo Mexico 4 Reales Philip IV Lucayan Beach Shipwreck XF-40 coin. Its silver-gray allure and storied past render it a distinguished relic from a bygone maritime era.