£230
A King Charles/Carlos IIII 1796, Silver 8 Reales "Pieces of Eight" coin, Mexico mint, in reversible white metal brooch mount with inscription on reverse "1886 H.M.S. LA LUTINE. LOST 1799", coin diameter 39mm
Coin scratched and rubbed on both surfaces.
HMS Lutine was lost at sea carrying a cargo of gold and silver to the continent, the Lloyds of London bell sound the "Lutine Bell" when a ship is lost at sea.
HMS
Fees apply to the hammer price:
Room and Absentee Bids:
24% inc VAT*
Online and Autobids:
24% inc VAT*
