Taffi Fisher Collection 1/2 Reale Atocha Shipwreck Coin Earrings
Wear a piece of maritime history with these exquisite 1/2 Reale coin earrings from the legendary Taffi Fisher Collection. These museum-quality re-creations feature authentic Atocha silver, bringing the romance and adventure of Spanish treasure ships to life in a perfectly wearable form.
Authentic Atocha Heritage:
- 100% Atocha Silver: Crafted with genuine silver from bar #85A-S948 recovered from the motherload of the Nuestra Señora de Atocha in July 1985
- Taffi Fisher's Private Collection: Silver sourced from the private collection of Mel Fisher's daughter, Taffi Fisher
- Museum Quality Re-Creation: Cast from 1715 coins in the Fisher Family Coin Collection for historical accuracy
- Historic 1/2 Reale Design: Re-creation of authentic 1715 Spanish colonial coins
- Certificate of Authenticity: Each piece represents a genuine connection to one of history's greatest treasure discoveries
The Atocha Story:
The Nuestra Señora de Atocha was a Spanish treasure galleon that sank in a hurricane off the Florida Keys in 1622, carrying immense wealth from the New World. After 16 years of searching, legendary treasure hunter Mel Fisher discovered the motherload in 1985, recovering millions in gold, silver, and emeralds. These earrings connect you directly to that incredible discovery, featuring silver from Taffi Fisher's personal collection - a truly rare opportunity to own authenticated Atocha treasure.
Why You'll Treasure These Earrings:
These aren't just earrings - they're tangible pieces of history. The 1/2 Reale coins represent Spanish colonial currency that was lost at sea for over 360 years. The museum-quality re-creations preserve every detail of the original 1715 coins, while the compact size makes them perfect for everyday wear. Whether you're a history enthusiast, treasure hunting aficionado, or collector of unique jewelry, these earrings tell a story that spans centuries while adding timeless elegance to any outfit.
Perfect For:
- Treasure hunting and maritime history enthusiasts
- Collectors of authentic shipwreck artifacts
- Unique jewelry with historical provenance
- Meaningful gifts for history lovers
- Everyday elegance with an incredible story
- Mel Fisher and Atocha treasure collectors
- Anyone who appreciates museum-quality historical jewelry
Specifications:
- Coin: 1/2 Reale Re-Creation (1715 design)
- Material: 100% Atocha Silver (Bar #85A-S948)
- Coin Height: 0.5"
- Coin Width: 0.5"
- Source: Taffi Fisher Private Collection
- SKU: TF-SSMCOINER
Part of the exclusive Taffi Fisher Collection - where authentic maritime history meets fine jewelry craftsmanship in wearable form.