{"title":"Spanish and Shipwrecks","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"1-real-spanish-shipwreck-16-17-century-sterling-silver-pendant-8156","title":"1 Real Spanish Shipwreck, 16-17 Century, Sterling Silver Pendant, 8156","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e 1 Real\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e 16\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e-17\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e Century\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e Spanish New World \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e During the 16\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e and 17\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e centuries, Spain became the world’s leading supplier of gold and silver coinage, thanks to vast riches extracted from the Americas. Spanish galleons transported these treasures back to the crown, but pirates and violent storms frequently led to the loss of entire fleets at sea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eThese historic coins, known as ‘cobs,’ derive their name from the Spanish phrase ‘\u003ci\u003ecabo de barra\u003c\/i\u003e’ (meaning ‘cut from the end of the bar’). They were crudely struck and irregularly shaped, making each piece unique. Silver cobs were minted in five denominations: eight reales, four reales, two reales, one real, and half real. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDue to crude production, full details are rarely visible, but the 1 Real typically weighs around 3-3.5 grams and was struck in high-purity silver. The reverse features a cross, often a Jerusalem Cross with flared or barred ends. The obverse displays the Spanish coat of arms, reflecting the rule of either the Hasburgs (until 1700) or Bourbons (after 1700). Mint marks and assayer initials help identify the coin’s origin. Some major mint locations included Mexico City (°M°), Lima (L), and Potosí (P), and Bogotá (NR).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47172004970636,"sku":"8156","price":632.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/8156A_632_6a862bef-8b27-4a88-a268-de4b3a2b3756.jpg?v=1774992589"},{"product_id":"spanish-shipwreck-felipe-iv-8-reales-18k-gold-prongs-sterling-silver-pendant-8161","title":"Spanish Shipwreck, Felipe IV, 8 Reales, 18K Gold Prongs \u0026 Sterling Silver Pendant, 8161","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpanish Real Cob, Felipe IV (1621-1665). \u003cb\u003eObverse:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e Spanish coat of arms. Varying symbols, inscriptions, and mint marks. \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eReverse: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJerusalem Cross with Lions of Lion and Castles of Castile in quadrants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e Felipe IV ascended the Spanish throne in 1621, ruling during one of the most turbulent periods in Spanish history. His reign was marked by the ongoing Thirty Years’ War (16-18-1648), the decline of Spanish power in Europe, and the loss of Portugal in 1640. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDespite political and military struggles, Felipe IV was a great patron of the arts, supporting renowned artists such as Diego Velázquez. He was well-versed in Latin, geography, and multiple languages, including French, Portuguese, and Italian. He also had a strong interest in astrology. Felipe IV married Elizabeth of France, daughter of Henry IV of France, and later married Maria Anna, daughter of the Holy Roman Emperor Ferdinand III.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHis rule saw the continued circulation of Spanish Reales throughout the empire. Symbols on the obverse included a castle, the lion of León, and the Pillar of Hercules. Inscriptions surrounding the cross typically were the King’s name and title, such as “PHILIPPVS IIII DEI GRATIA,” which translates to “Philip IV, by the Grace of God”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47174214484108,"sku":"8161","price":4300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/8161A_1653.jpg?v=1774994479"},{"product_id":"template-el-cazador-spanish-shipwreck-coin-copy","title":"14K and Sterling Silver Pendant, El Cazador Spanish Shipwreck Coin EC30009","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis historic artifact was recovered from the Spanish vessel El Cazador (Spanish for 'The Hunter'), in January, 1784. The ship was last with its crew and tons of Spanish silver during its journey from Vera Cruz to New Orleans. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough unfortunate for the crew, and Spain, it was fortuitous for the United States. Had this vessel completed her journey, Spain would have retained her hold on a large part of the new world. The loss of El Cazador ultimately meant U.S. ownership of territories now known as \"the Louisiana purchase\". If the mission was successful, El Cazador's wealth would have altered the dimensions of the United States and changed their course of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over two hundred years the ship's silver cache lay in a pile at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico before being discovered accidentally by fishermen. Initially thought to be rocks, clusters of coins spilled from the nets onto the decks of their boats. All of a sudden El Cazador's journey was alive again!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescribed as \"delicate and dangerous\", the extraction of several tons of silver from the bottom of the sea was a difficult and carefully directed project. While there were caches of coins capable of crushing a human, their value as artifacts requires a gentle touch. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese coins were minted in Mexico City before 1784, and were part of El Cazador's cargo. Each coin's origin guarantees its part in history. Their value as artifacts may only increase with time. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47308912558220,"sku":null,"price":1596.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/30009A_1596.jpg?v=1775519017"},{"product_id":"spanish-1-2-real-18k-gold-and-silver-link-bracelet-ancient-coin-id13398-copy","title":"Spanish 1\/2 Real, Sterling Silver Link Bracelet, Ancient Coin, 8171","description":"\u003cp\u003eSizing is adjustable\u003cbr\u003eThis link bracelet - Sterling Silver - is set with a Spanish 1\/2 Reale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDenomination: 1\/2 Real Date: 16 -17th Century\u003cbr\u003eRegion: New World Mint: Potosi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jewelry made in the US.\u003cbr\u003eThe piece comes with Certificate of Authenticity of the Coin.\u003cbr\u003eWorkmanship is guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47308912853132,"sku":null,"price":462.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/8171A_462.jpg?v=1775518931"},{"product_id":"spanish-1-reale-felipe-iv-sterling-silver-pendant-id16305","title":"Spanish 1 Reale, Felipe IV, Sterling Silver Pendant, ID16305","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpanish Real Cob, Felipe IV (1621-1665). \u003cb\u003eObverse:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e Spanish coat of arms. Varying symbols, inscriptions, and mint marks. \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eReverse: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJerusalem Cross with Lions of Lion and Castles of Castile in quadrants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e Felipe IV ascended the Spanish throne in 1621, ruling during one of the most turbulent periods in Spanish history. His reign was marked by the ongoing Thirty Years’ War (16-18-1648), the decline of Spanish power in Europe, and the loss of Portugal in 1640. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDespite political and military struggles, Felipe IV was a great patron of the arts, supporting renowned artists such as Diego Velázquez. He was well-versed in Latin, geography, and multiple languages, including French, Portuguese, and Italian. He also had a strong interest in astrology. Felipe IV married Elizabeth of France, daughter of Henry IV of France, and later married Maria Anna, daughter of the Holy Roman Emperor Ferdinand III.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHis rule saw the continued circulation of Spanish Reales throughout the empire. Symbols on the obverse included a castle, the lion of León, and the Pillar of Hercules. Inscriptions surrounding the cross typically were the King’s name and title, such as “PHILIPPVS IIII DEI GRATIA,” which translates to “Philip IV, by the Grace of God”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47324411429004,"sku":null,"price":632.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/ID16305A_632.jpg?v=1775586840"},{"product_id":"spanish-bronze-maravedis-sterling-silver-pendant-8165","title":"Spanish Bronze Maravedis, Sterling Silver Pendant, 8165","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0in .1in .25in .1in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-style: normal; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSPAIN. PHILIP III\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eAE 4 Maravedis\u003c\/b\u003e, Madrid Mint.\u003cbr\u003eObverse: PHILIPPVS III DG, Castle with three towers within crowned shield border. Reverse: HISPANARIVM REX 1603, Rampant lion left within crowned shield border.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify; margin: 0in .1in 6.0pt .1in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e The 4 maravedis coin from 1603, minted during the reign of King Philip III of Spain (1598–1621), is an example of early 17th-century Spanish currency. The maravedí, originally a gold coin, had transitioned to a copper-based currency by this period, reflecting changes in Spain's monetary system. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify; margin: 0in .1in 6.0pt .1in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDuring this era, Spanish coins were typically produced using the hammered coinage method. This manual process involved placing a blank coin between two dies and striking it with a hammer, often resulting in irregular shapes and slight design variations. These characteristics make each coin unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify; margin: 0in .1in .5in .1in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn the early 1600s, a merchant in Madrid might have used a 4 maravedis coin to purchase goods in the bustling markets. This coin would have passed through various hands—a farmer, a craftsman, or a traveler—each transaction contributing to the vibrant economic life of Spain. Today, such a coin offers a tangible connection to the daily experiences of people from that era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47324550201484,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/8165A_1e6fd344-ce94-424a-bd8e-c02cdb2ece2e.jpg?v=1775590097"},{"product_id":"spanish-1-real-felipe-v-18k-gold-and-sterling-silver-pendant-id16017","title":"Spanish 1 Real, Felipe V, 18K Gold and Sterling Silver Pendant, ID16017","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpanish Real Cob, Felipe V (1700-1746). \u003cb\u003eObverse:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e Spanish coat of arms. Varying symbols, inscriptions, and mint marks. \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eReverse: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eJerusalem Cross with flared or barred ends, varying surrounding legends. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e Felipe V was the first Bourbon King of Spain, ascending the throne in 1700 after the death of the last Habsburg monarch, Carlos II. His reign, interrupted briefly by his abdication in 1724 in favor of his son Louis I, lasted a total of 45 years—making him the longest-reigning Spanish monarch in modern history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHis rule began with the War of Spanish Succession (1701-1714), a conflict that reshaped European politics and solidified the Bourbon dynasty in Spain. Later, Felipe V aided his relatives in France by supporting military campaigns during the War of the Polish Succession and the War of the Austrian Succession, reasserting Spanish control over Naples and Sicily. He also oversaw Spain’s defense against British incursions in the War of Jenkin’s Ear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFelipe V’s reign marked the transition from the Habsburg to the Bourbon style of coinage, primarily seen on the obverse with the coat of arms. Inscriptions surrounding the cross, which was retained, typically were the King’s name and title, such as “PHILIPPVS V DEI GRATIA,,” which translates to “Philip V, by the Grace of God”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47325736730764,"sku":null,"price":1860.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/ID16017A.jpg?v=1775590946"},{"product_id":"spanish-1-real-felipe-v-18k-gold-and-sterling-silver-pendant-id16018","title":"Spanish 1 Real, Felipe V, 18K Gold and Sterling Silver Pendant, ID16018","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpanish Real Cob, Felipe V (1700-1746). \u003cb\u003eObverse:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e Spanish coat of arms. Varying symbols, inscriptions, and mint marks. \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eReverse: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eJerusalem Cross with flared or barred ends, varying surrounding legends. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e Felipe V was the first Bourbon King of Spain, ascending the throne in 1700 after the death of the last Habsburg monarch, Carlos II. His reign, interrupted briefly by his abdication in 1724 in favor of his son Louis I, lasted a total of 45 years—making him the longest-reigning Spanish monarch in modern history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHis rule began with the War of Spanish Succession (1701-1714), a conflict that reshaped European politics and solidified the Bourbon dynasty in Spain. Later, Felipe V aided his relatives in France by supporting military campaigns during the War of the Polish Succession and the War of the Austrian Succession, reasserting Spanish control over Naples and Sicily. He also oversaw Spain’s defense against British incursions in the War of Jenkin’s Ear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFelipe V’s reign marked the transition from the Habsburg to the Bourbon style of coinage, primarily seen on the obverse with the coat of arms. Inscriptions surrounding the cross, which was retained, typically were the King’s name and title, such as “PHILIPPVS V DEI GRATIA,,” which translates to “Philip V, by the Grace of God”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47326214389900,"sku":null,"price":1860.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/ID16018A.jpg?v=1775591157"},{"product_id":"spanish-4-reales-ferdinand-vi-18k-gold-and-sterling-silver-pendant-id16194-copy","title":"Spanish 4 Reales, Ferdinand VI, 18K Gold and Sterling Silver Pendant, ID16194","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in .2in 6.0pt .2in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e4 Reale\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003e                 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e                          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003eDate:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003e 1749 CE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in .2in .25in .2in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eRegion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;\"\u003eNew World\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e                                 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e                 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003eMint\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003ePotosi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 align=\"left\" style=\"text-align: left; margin: 0in .2in .0001pt .2in;\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFerdinand VI was the King of Spain from 9 July 1746 until his death in 1759. He was the third ruler of the Spanish Bourbon dynasty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in .2in 6.0pt .2in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eHe had a peaceful reign, and not many changes occurred in Spain during his rule. He became mentally unstable towards the end of his tenure, much like his predecessor Phillip V. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0in .2in .5in .2in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eFerdinand was generally a quiet, melancholic type. He enjoyed shooting and music to pass the time during a lonely childhood. He was married in 1729 to Infanta Barbara of Portugal who many say caused Ferdinand to fall into a deep depression when she died. He spent his last days as ruler wandering around his park unwashed, unshaven, and wearing only his night gown. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47326758142092,"sku":null,"price":2412.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/ID16194A_06f4b105-7f30-4474-8f74-9f8a02651030.jpg?v=1775592065"},{"product_id":"spanish-colonial-1-real-sterling-silver-ring-8185","title":"Spanish Colonial 1 Real, Sterling Silver Ring, 8185","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDenomination\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e 1 Real\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDate\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e 1772-1821\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRegion\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e Spanish Colonial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e Before the establishment of the United States Mint and the creation of the dollar, Spanish silver coins dominated everyday commerce in North America. These milled coins, struck with modernized machinery rather than the earlier crude cob style, were widely accepted as legal tender and remained in circulation in the U.S. well into the 19\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eThe 1 Real was a widely used denomination in both local and international trade. The obverse features a bust of the Spanish king, reflecting the reigning monarch at the time of minting. The reverse displays the Spanish coat of arms, flanked by the iconic Pillars of Hercules, which many believe inspired the modern dollar sign ($). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eFrom the Revolutionary War through the early days of the United States, Spanish colonial silver was the backbone of commerce. These coins were used by the Founding Fathers, frontiersmen, merchants, and settlers, playing a role in everyday transactions from the East Coast to the expanding western frontier. Even as the U.S. dollar emerged, Spanish silver remained in circulation until the Civil War era. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47798621012108,"sku":null,"price":528.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/8185A_528_28407dd0-8fa5-4c9d-b0a2-90487c66c39e.jpg?v=1777144255"},{"product_id":"spanish-colonial-1-real-sterling-silver-ring-8179","title":"Spanish Colonial 1 Real, Sterling Silver Ring, 8179","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDenomination\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e 1 Real\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDate\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e 1772-1821\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRegion\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e Spanish Colonial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e Before the establishment of the United States Mint and the creation of the dollar, Spanish silver coins dominated everyday commerce in North America. These milled coins, struck with modernized machinery rather than the earlier crude cob style, were widely accepted as legal tender and remained in circulation in the U.S. well into the 19\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eThe 1 Real was a widely used denomination in both local and international trade. The obverse features a bust of the Spanish king, reflecting the reigning monarch at the time of minting. The reverse displays the Spanish coat of arms, flanked by the iconic Pillars of Hercules, which many believe inspired the modern dollar sign ($). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eFrom the Revolutionary War through the early days of the United States, Spanish colonial silver was the backbone of commerce. These coins were used by the Founding Fathers, frontiersmen, merchants, and settlers, playing a role in everyday transactions from the East Coast to the expanding western frontier. Even as the U.S. dollar emerged, Spanish silver remained in circulation until the Civil War era. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47798668132492,"sku":null,"price":528.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/8179A_528.jpg?v=1777144500"},{"product_id":"spanish-colonial-1-real-sterling-silver-ring-8190","title":"Spanish Colonial 1 Real, Sterling Silver Ring, 8190","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDenomination\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e 1 Real\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDate\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e 1772-1821\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 300.95pt; text-indent: -300.95pt;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRegion\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; font-style: normal;\"\u003e Spanish Colonial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e Before the establishment of the United States Mint and the creation of the dollar, Spanish silver coins dominated everyday commerce in North America. These milled coins, struck with modernized machinery rather than the earlier crude cob style, were widely accepted as legal tender and remained in circulation in the U.S. well into the 19\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eThe 1 Real was a widely used denomination in both local and international trade. The obverse features a bust of the Spanish king, reflecting the reigning monarch at the time of minting. The reverse displays the Spanish coat of arms, flanked by the iconic Pillars of Hercules, which many believe inspired the modern dollar sign ($). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eFrom the Revolutionary War through the early days of the United States, Spanish colonial silver was the backbone of commerce. These coins were used by the Founding Fathers, frontiersmen, merchants, and settlers, playing a role in everyday transactions from the East Coast to the expanding western frontier. Even as the U.S. dollar emerged, Spanish silver remained in circulation until the Civil War era. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48529481007244,"sku":null,"price":528.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/0207\/4508\/files\/8190C_528.jpg?v=1777672691"}],"url":"https:\/\/ownapieceofhistory.biz\/collections\/spanish-and-shipwrecks.oembed","provider":"Erez Ancient Coin Jewelry ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}