1724 NETHERLANDS GOLD DUCAT AKERENDAM NGC MS64

$3,422.00 USD

The 1724 Netherlands Gold Ducat "Akerendam", graded MS64 by NGC, is an extraordinary relic with a story as fascinating as its craftsmanship. This coin is part of a legendary treasure recovered from the Dutch East India Company ship Akerendam, which sank in 1725 off the coast of Norway. Its survival and recovery link it directly to the era of Dutch maritime dominance, making it a numismatic masterpiece with an unparalleled historical pedigree.

Struck in fine gold, the coin features the classic design of the Gold Ducat. The obverse showcases the iconic armored knight, a symbol of strength and unity, standing tall with a sword in one hand and a bundle of arrows in the other, representing the resilience of the Dutch Republic. The reverse bears the enduring Latin inscription, “Concordia Res Parvae Crescunt” ("Through unity, small things grow"), encapsulating the spirit of the Dutch Golden Age when cooperation fueled unparalleled prosperity.

The Akerendam was a treasure-laden ship of the Dutch East India Company, destined for the East Indies, but tragically sank in a storm shortly after departing from Amsterdam. When the wreck was rediscovered in 1972, divers brought to light a trove of gold and silver coins, including this dazzling Ducat, preserved beneath the sea for nearly 250 years.

With an MS64 grade, this coin is remarkably well-preserved, displaying sharp details and a radiant luster that belies its dramatic journey through history. As both a tangible piece.