1808 India 10 Cash Coin – Admiral Gardner Shipwreck

Description: This exceptional 1808 10 Cash copper coin was minted by the British East India Company for circulation in the Madras Presidency. It was part of the cargo aboard the Admiral Gardner, a ship that tragically sank in a storm on January 25, 1809, near the Goodwin Sands in the English Channel. The ship's cargo included 48 tons of these newly minted coins, intended for use in India. Recovered nearly two centuries later, this coin has been graded as Uncirculated Details by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), indicating its well-preserved state despite its time underwater. Coin Details:Origin: British East India CompanyDate: 1808Denomination: 10 CashComposition: CopperCertification: NGC UNC Details (certification details visible in photos)Condition: Uncirculated Details; encapsulated for protection and display Historical Context: The Admiral Gardner was a three-masted sailing ship that had completed five successful voyages to India before its ill-fated sixth journey. On January 25, 1809, the ship encountered a severe gale and sank off the coast of England, along with its valuable cargo of copper coins. These coins were intended to facilitate trade and commerce in the Madras Presidency, a region under British control in southern India. The loss was significant, estimated at £21,579 at the time, equivalent to about $1.9 million today. In 1985, the wreck was rediscovered, and a salvage operation recovered many of the coins, which were remarkably well-preserved due to their encapsulation in barrels. These recovered coins offer a tangible connection to early 19th-century maritime history and the global trade networks of the British Empire. Owning this 1808 10 Cash coin provides a direct link to a significant historical event and the broader narrative of British colonial trade. Its recovery from the Admiral Gardner shipwreck and subsequent preservation make it a unique piece for collectors and history enthusiasts. The NGC certification and Uncirculated Details grade attest to its quality and authenticity, ensuring its value as a collectible artifact.

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