Mel Fisher's Legendary Atocha - 1622: Commemorating 400+ Years of History

In the world of shipwreck treasure coins, Mel Fisher's Atocha reigns supreme!

Please Note: This is an authentic Atocha Shipwreck Treasure Coin, and you will receive the exact pendant in the photographs and description.

FOR PENDANT SIZE SEE COIN DETAILS BELOW

Atocha is the most famous Spanish galleon in shipwreck history! Mel Fisher spent 16 years searching for her... and every day he would tell his divers: “Today’s the Day!”  Years of trials and heartbreak were endured, along with attacks by the State and Federal government, who wanted to claim what Fisher found along the way.  At last, one fateful morning in 1985 he hit the “mother load...” millions upon millions in glittering Spanish silver and gold!

Your Shipwreck Shipwreck Treasure Coin

• Date: Circa 1620
• Denomination: 8 Reale
• Grade 4
• Mint: Potosi, Upper Peru - Present Day Bolivia
• Assayer: T Juan Ximenez de Tapia
• Ruler: King Philip III of Spain
• Coin Metal: Silver
• Bezel Metal: 14K Gold and Proprietary non-tarnishing silver
• Obverse (Front): The Greek Cross 
• Reverse: (Back): The shield of King Philip III of Spain
• Articulating Nautical Shackle Bail Interior Diameter: Will accommodate chain or leather necklace up to LARGE 8mm 
• Pendant size including bezel:  1 3/8" Across, 2 1/8" Tall - Pendant  the width of a silver dollar

Robert's Notes: Beautiful cross and shield detail. Nice hefty piece. The shape and sea wear pattern suggests that is was removed from the outer edge of the remains of a treasure chest. "+T" assayer's initials. 

Atocha coins are becoming very difficult to source, and we are excited to be able to offer this beautiful quality coin. It is difficult for photos to capture how beautiful this coin is in hand. 

We treasure hunters affectionately call these coins "Key West Dog Tags." Sidle up (if there's no horse, it's sidle) to an oyster bar wearing this and you will turn heads!

NOTES ON THIS ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY: This coin comes with its original, historic Treasure Salvor's, Inc., raised seal Certificate issued in 1986. Long before Mel Fisher and his dedicated crew "hit the mother load," someone believed in Fisher and the magic and mystery of searching for a lost Spanish galleon. When the Atocha was discovered, Fisher gave this coin and others to that investor as part of their return on investment. It has been safe-guarded in a safe deposit box since it was issued.

It is not a modern "recertification" Certificate

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Your Atocha Shipwreck Piece of Eight Pendant Comes Complete with:

1. Our 100% Authentic Lifetime Guarantee
2. Original Raised Seal Historic Mel Fisher Treasure Salvors Certificate of Authenticity issued in 1986 - 85A-166846
3. A frame-able artist's rendering of Atocha created from the original shipwright's plans for Atocha
4. An archival photo of what a salvaged "treasure chest" looks like filled with thousands of coins
5. 10 Page Full Color Potosi Mint Historic Brief by Robert 
6. "Pieces of Eight" Historic Brief
7. The Coins of the Lost Galleons Book signed by Golden Crew Member Capt. KT Budde-Jones
8. Treasure Hunters Gazette Booklet
9. Mini Museum Display for when you are not wearing your treasure
10. A Treasure Jewelry Care Card