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Moroccan Gold Coins Reveal Lost Dutch Ship Identity
24 Jul
Summary
- A Dutch trading ship, Dom van Keulen, sank in 1633 off England's coast.
- Researchers identified the wreck after divers found Moroccan gold coins in 1995.
- The ship carried general cargo, including gum arabic, goat skins, and gold ducats.
A Dutch trading ship, identified as the Dom van Keulen, which sank in 1633, has been discovered off England's southern coast. The identification marks the culmination of a nearly 30-year collaborative effort between researchers and divers. The shipwreck was initially found near Salcombe, Devon, in 1995, with divers recovering over 400 Moroccan gold coins.
These gold coins were instrumental in focusing historical research and identifying the vessel. The Dom van Keulen was carrying a significant cargo, including gum arabic, saltpeter, goat skins, and thousands of Moroccan gold coins. Despite the wreck resting approximately 59 feet below the surface, cannons and anchors are still visible on the seabed.
