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WHYDAH GALLY – Grand Shipwrecks in a History – 2019 2 oz Pure Silver Antique Finish Coin with Selective Color – NIUE
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Product Description
WHYDAH GALLY – Grand Shipwrecks in a History – 2019 2 oz Pure Silver Antique Finish Coin with Selective Color – NIUE
This 2 oz silver coin starts a new series about grand shipwrecks in history and their treasures. A wonderful imprint on the background features a luxurious Whydah Gally, encircled by a ring of floral ornaments. The place of the shipwreck with treasures on the seabed has been reproduced in 1.5 mm relief on the foreground.
During its maiden voyage, the Whydah Gally was hijacked by Samuel Bellamy or “Black Sam”. In 1717, the ship fully drowned in storm near Cape Code taking the lives of 144 people and burying tons of gold, silver and jewelry. It was found in 1984. and among the findings a well preserved bell helped to identify the the remains of the Whydah Gally.
Specifications
Issuer: Niue
Issuing Year: 2020
Face Value: $5.00
Metal: .999 Silver
Diameter: 50 mm
Weight: 2 oz
Condition: Antique Finish
Mintage: 500
Special Features: Selective color, high relief
