Shipwreck Coin
4 Bullion Coin Facts – 6 Exciting Tips To Purchase Them Right
There is a category of coins called bullion coins. These are high value coins. Not only do their supply is limited, they originate in special places such as shipwrecks, sunk ships found at the sea-bed, or from excavation sites where signs of some past habitation has been discovered, etc. There are people who collect such precious coins. Here we describe bullion categories based on the metals and each metal you have sub-categories.
1. Silver Bullion
Silver coins are among the best known bullion coins. They are quite popular and belong to the category of expensive collectible items. Internet has many sites selling them online along with other expensive items.
Another high priced coin popularly showcased on online websites is the silver ingot. It is believed to have been recovered froma treasure wreck such as the sunk Spanish ship, Atocha which contained treasure and artifacts; silver ingots were found among them. Another theory is that they came from some dilapidated Colorado Mines where miners had hidden them.
The officially sealed Maple Leaf silver coins, from the Royal Canadian Mint, are also fashionable among coin collectors. Then you have half dollars featuring the Walking Liberty, or a dealer roll of first strike 1994 American Eagles, besides Masterpieces from Franklin Mint.
2. Gold Bullian
For people who collect gold bullion, there are well known gold coins known as Krugerrands from South Africa. Among other popular options you have the European Gold Crowns of the period between late 1800s to early 1900s, the Canadian Maple Leaf gold coins and the American Eagle coins. You may also want to go for British sovereigns, Swiss Helveteas, or the French Roosters. These are available on Internet.
Also available online are 10-ounce Swiss gold bar, American eagle proof set and the China Gold Panda set. You can also look for gold bullion in the American Eagle, Rounds, Bars, Mixed Lots and in other categories of coins on the Internet.
3. Platinum Bullion
This is the least common form of bullion compared to the other two. Notable platinum bullion comes in Eagle sets, the French Statue of Liberty coins and Koala proofs. Recently, some safety vaults of the collapsed World Trade Center have yielded a crucible dish made from platinum bullions, an Engelhard platinum bar, and the Johnson Matthew Year of the Dragon coins.
4. Bullion as Special Gift
If you wish your bullion collection can provide thoughtful gifts for spaecial occasions like birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, etc. for your dear ones. For example, a bullion bar can be a unique birthday gift if it features a happy birthday greetings. Likewise, say for a wedding anniversary, you may select bullion featuring the wedding year. A bride may expect 24-karat gold or silver flakes as her wedding gift from her groom.
How to buy bullion coins
Buying bullion coins can be highly expensive. Here is a check-list of what to do when buying bullion coins:
1. Decide on what type of bullion you want to buy beforehand.
2. Try finding out the preference of the person for who you want to buy and ask if he/she can accompany you for purchase.
3. Find out the delivery cost and estimate the total cost.
4. Ensure that the seller will deliver in time, particularly while ordering online.
5. Don’t make instant payments.
6. Investigate the seller’s background and his reputation.
No doubt bullion coins are expensive, but they can be used beautifully to express intimate sentiments on special occasions in one’s life. No other form of gift can do that so beautifully.
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1786 AUTHENTIC SHIPWRECK COIN WITH CERT.OF AUTHENTICITY. DUTCH EAST INDIA CO. $75.99 |
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1777-1883 MO FF Mexico 8R El Cazador shipwreck coin NGC Genuine $46.99 |
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★ Authentic Shipwreck Coin USA’s 1st Silver Dollar InTreasure Chest 8 Reale COA $59.95 |
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1783 El Cazador Shipwreck coin, NGC Ceritfied, 2 Reale, mid grade silver 85 $80.00 |
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1783 El Cazador Shipwreck coin, 8 Reales large silver coin, Colonial type coin $40.00 |
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1783 El Cazador SHIPWRECK Coin Colonial Spanish PIECE OF EIGHT (C935) $89.95 |
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El Cazador Colonial Spanish Silver Two Reales SHIPWRECK Coin (#C936) $59.95 |
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1783 El Cazador Shipwreck coin, NGC Ceritfied, 1 Reale, mid grade silver, lot 63 $50.00 |
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EXTRAORDINARY! 1808 ADMIRAL GARDNER SHIPWRECK TREASURE COIN WITH CERTIFICATE! $24.00 |
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SHIPWRECK TREASURE! 1789 VOC DUTCH PENNY DUIT COIN! $5.65 |
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SHIPWRECK TREASURE! 1752 VOC DUTCH PENNY DUIT COIN! $6.51 |
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ANTIQUES COINS VOC DUIT 17th-18th CENTURY DUTCH OLD US COLONIAL SHIPWRECK $2.50 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN 1789 VOC Duit Netherlands Indies Gelderland __ 920 $0.99 |
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2 Reale Silver Treasure Coin Holden 1810 Shipwreck Mel Fisher COA Florida $41.00 |
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1811 France French-Hatian Caribbean Shipwreck 5 Francs Silver Dollar Coin 10425 $124.99 |
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France French-Hatian Caribbean Shipwreck 5 Francs Silver Dollar Crown Coin 10435 $124.99 |
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France French-Hatian Caribbean Shipwreck 5 Francs Silver Dollar Crown Coin 10420 $124.99 |
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1808 France French-Hatian Caribbean Shipwreck 5 Francs Silver Dollar Coin 10433 $124.99 |
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8 Reales, Concepcion Shipwreck Sunken Treasure Coin, With Brochure, Silver, VG $61.00 |
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1808 India-British Shipwreck Coin-10 cash #E01 $50.00 |
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1799-ME- Mexico 8 Reales Shipwreck Coin – Spain $49.00 |
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LOT OF 25 UNCLEANED SPANISH MEDIEVAL PIRATE SHIPWRECK COBS COINS EARLY US $33.33 |
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Franklin Mint El Cazador Ship Wreck One Real Coin 18kt Accents Necklace & Chain $350.00 |
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1676 8 REALES COB SILVER COIN FROM 1681 CONSOLACION SHIPWRECK WITH COA $300.00 |
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1672 8 REALES COB SILVER COIN FROM 1681 CONSOLACION SHIPWRECK WITH COA $300.00 |
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1782 8 Reales Silver coin From 1784 El Cazador Shipwreck Bullion NGC Certified! $62.00 |
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PIRATE SILVER SHIPWRECK COIN KEY WEST DOG TAG TREASURE $55.00 |
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1808 ADMIRAL GARDNER SHIPWRECK COIN EAST INDIA COMPANY $11.50 |
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1808 Admiral Gardner Shipwreck treasure coin $47.00 |
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1783 El Cazador Spanish 8 REALES Silver Shipwreck Coin With Certificate & Album $39.83 |
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1699 PIRATE SHIPWRECK OFF MAR BRAVO TREASURE 8 REALES COB SILVER COIN SUPERB $349.00 |
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SHIPWRECK TREASURE! 1790 VOC DUTCH PENNY DUIT COIN! $3.63 |
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DETAILED! 1808 ADMIRAL GARDNER SHIPWRECK TREASURE COIN WITH CERTIFICATE! $5.00 |
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EAST INDIA COMPANY 10 CASH COIN 1808 FROM ADMIRAL GARDNER SHIPWRECK $9.99 |
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50 Spanish Shipwreck Coins Pirate Treasure Recreations $25.00 |
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PIRATE COIN SHIPWRECK 1715 FLEET TREASURE ATOCHA 1622 $4.95 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN 1792 VOC DUIT NETHERLANDS INDIES GELDERLAND __ 923 $0.99 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN 1788 VOC DUIT NETHERLANDS INDIES GELDERLAND __ 924 $0.99 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN 174X VOC DUIT NETHERLANDS INDIES HOLLAND __ 925 $0.99 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN 1751 VOC DUIT NETHERLANDS INDIES HOLLAND __ 926 $0.99 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN 1793 VOC DUIT NETHERLANDS INDIES HOLLAND __ 927 $7.19 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN 1790 VOC DUIT NETHERLANDS INDIES ZEELAND __ 928 $0.99 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN 1790 * VOC DUTCH DOUBLE DUIT US COLONIAL 25MM BIG __ 929 $0.99 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN 1808 BRITISH JAVA VOC DUIT NAPOLEON __ 930 $0.99 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN 1790 * COIN VOC NEW YORK PENNY DUTCH DUIT US COLONIAL ERROR __931 $5.00 |
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1808 EAST INDIA COMPANY 1809 ADMIRAL GARDNER SHIPWRECK COIN $29.99 |
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Shipwreck Treasure Coin 1715 Fleet Mel Fisher Cert Recovery log 14523 4 reales $69.99 |
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REPLICA SHIPWRECK REALE SPANISH COIN JEWELRY KEY WEST TREASURE $275.00 |
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LOT OF 18 ALMOST CLEAN SPANISH MEDIEVAL PIRATE SHIPWRECK COBS COINS EARLY US $34.33 |
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PIRATE SLVER SHIPWRECK COIN 2REALE CARIBBEAN KEY WEST $45.00 |
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1777-1783 Half, 2, and 8 Reales Coins from 1784 El Cazador Shipwreck NGC Genuine $70.00 |
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Admiral Gardner Shipwreck Coin $25.00 |
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1736 VOC DUIT! DUTCH EAST INDIA COMPANY (SPICE TRADE) SHIPWRECK COIN! $8.50 |
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Rare coin due to certifcate of authenticity 1677 spanish shipwreck priced 2 sell $139.99 |
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Dutch East Indies Duit SHIPWRECK COIN (#C615) $8.09 |
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Dutch East Indies Duit SHIPWRECK COIN (#C616) $8.09 |
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1783 El Cazador Spanish 8 REALES Silver Shipwreck Coin With Certificate & Album $34.51 |
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1767 Genuine 8 Reale Silver Cob Ship Wreck “Peice of Eight” Coin Set in18k Gold $1,650.00 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN REALE CARIBBEAN KEY WEST PIRATE SLVER $45.00 |
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1808 Admiral Gardner Shipwreck Coin 10 Cash East India Trading Company $16.99 |
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Duit Shipwreck Copper Coin $31.00 |
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SHIPWRECK SILVER COIN 4 REALES MEL FISHER ATOCHA C.O.A. GRADE 4 $50.00 |
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SHIPWRECK SILVER COIN 4 REALES MEL FISHER ATOCHA C.O.A. GRADE 3 $61.00 |
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Canadian Silver Coins & a shipwreck coin $49.16 |
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SPANISH COLONIES 1600′S 1/2 REAL COB SHIPWRECK COIN $6.50 |
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1790 VOC DUIT! DUTCH EAST INDIA COMPANY (SPICE TRADE) SHIPWRECK COIN! $0.99 |
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HALF REALE El CAZADOR SHIPWRECK Coin that Changed World $59.34 |
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1790 DUTCH DUIT OLD COLONIAL SHIPWRECK COIN SCARCE $0.99 |
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1783 El Cazador Spanish 8 REALES Silver Shipwreck Coin With Certificate & Album $31.00 |
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SOTHEBY’S Treasure Saudi Arabian Riyals Coins Shipwreck $250.00 |
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1715 Fleet Shipwreck Treasure Coin Silver 1 Reale Cob Mel Fisher COA $24.99 |
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AUTHENTIC 8 Reales Xtra Fine Coin from Shipwreck Concepcion $335.99 |
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PIRATE TREASURE SILVER COIN SHIPWRECK FLORIDA GALLEON ST AUGUSTINE PONCE INLET $50.00 |
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REALE COB SHIPWRECK REALE COIN PIRATE PIECE OF EIGHT TREASURE KEY WEST MEL FISHE $600.00 |
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SHIPWRECK MERESTEIN RECOVERED DUTCH SILVER COIN ~ NO RESERVE! $19.50 |
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1808 Admiral Gardner Shipwreck Treasure Coin $17.99 |
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1783 El Cazador Shipwreck coin, NGC Ceritfied, 1 Reale, mid grade silver, lot 58 $50.00 |
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1700’s MEXICO COIN 8 REALES HIGH GRADE SHIPWRECK RECOVERY COIN $13.19 |
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Spanish Shipwreck Maravedis (Small denomination Reale coin) 1600 era $8.50 |
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Spanish Shipwreck Maravedis (Small denomination Reale coin) 1600 era $9.00 |
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SHIPWRECK TREASURE! 1750 VOC DUTCH PENNY DUIT COIN! $0.01 |
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REMARKABLE! 1808 ADMIRAL GARDNER SHIPWRECK TREASURE COIN WITH CERTIFICATE! $0.01 |
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Treasures of El Cazador The Shipwreck that changed the world Coin in Box $165.00 |
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!SHIPWRECK COIN! – Copper 1808 Coin from Wreck of Admiral Gardner – Sank 1809 $25.00 |
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Shipwreck & Ancient Coin Cleaner Kit (Same method used by conservation labs) $69.99 |
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Ship Wreck Coin Cufflinks $1,300.00 |
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ROMAN SHIPWRECK SILVER COIN CAESAREA VALERIAN I, 253 AD $109.99 |
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LOT OF 20 UNCLEANED SPANISH MEDIEVAL PIRATE SHIPWRECK COBS COINS EARLY US $2.47 |
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France French-Hatian Caribbean Shipwreck 5 Francs Silver Dollar Crown Coin 8139 $97.49 |
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France French-Haitian Caribbean Shipwreck 5 Francs Silver Dollar Crown Coin 8147 $90.99 |
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1808 Ten-Cash-Genuine Sea-Salvaged Copper Coin-”Admiral Gardiner” Brit Shipwreck $19.00 |
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SHIPWRECK COINS set of 2 * 8 & 4 REALES* from the Sao Jose * c1622 *box & COA $160.00 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN *piece of 8 REALES* from the Sao Jose * c1622 *in box with COA* $105.00 |
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SHIPWRECK COIN *piece of 4 REALES* from the Sao Jose * c1622 *in box with COA* $89.00 |
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1808 (X Cash) East India Company Coin – From Admiral Gardner Shipwreck – COA $7.00 |
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2011 $1 ZUYTDORP SHIPWRECK Silver Proof Coin $128.62 |
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1783 El Cazador Spanish 8 REALES Silver Shipwreck Coin With Certificate & Album $33.95 |
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17th-18th CENTURY ANTIQUE VOC COPPER DUIT US COINS ANCIENT COLONIAL SHIPWRECK $6.65 |
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Silver Reale Piece of eight shipwreck coin Santa Maria De La Consolacion $199.00 |
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ATOCHA SHIPWRECK SILVER COIN PENDANT 8 REA FGB $19.95 |
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Typing Instructor For Kids Platinum MAC $12.99 Typing Instructor for Kids is the… |
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1912 Titanic White Star Line US Mint JFK Half Dollar Coin with Certificate $9.95 This beautiful JFK Half Dollar is enhanced with a colorized image of the Titanic. The Titanic was designed by experienced engineers, using some of the most advanced technologies and extensive safety features of the time. The sinking of a passenger liner on her maiden voyage, the high loss of life and media frenzy over Titanic’s famous victims, the legends about the sinking, the resulting changes … |
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Pirate Shipwreck Treasures Coin Peg Pack $7.99 Treasure coins!… |
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18th Century Shipwreck Silver Coin Own America’s first 90% silver dollar! In January 1784, the warship El Cazador vanished off the coast of New Orleans and its treasure of silver dollars vanished with it. It lay at the bottom of the ocean until the wreckage was discovered in 1993. You can own a genuine silver dollar from this shipwreck, certified by a major grading company and showcased in a hardwood Display Chest. A certificate of… |
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Shipwreck Coin – Bottle Cap Opener Keychain Ring $9.99 The bottle cap opener keychain listed is chrome plated with the 3D urethane encased design as shown…. |
