- 118 Pages, in Spanish
- Soft Cover
The name of the ship Nuestra Senora de la Luz, sunk in 1752 off Montevideo, Uruguay is well known in Latin American numismatic circles, particularly after the high profile auction held by Sotheby in 1993. Most if not all of the high grade early bust Santiago 8 and 4 Escudos come from this source. However, little about the fascinating history itself of the ship is known, at least in North American circles. This book is the definitive reference on the subject, using contemporary historical records as its main source. Replete with historical details, and precise information relating to the ships precious cargo, this book is indispensable for any serious numismatist who wishes to investigate further on this subject. Of particular interest for shipwreck coin collectors, and quite difficult to obtain nowadays.
