SPANISH EMPIRE GOLD COB TREASURE PENDANT Philip II of Spain 2 Escudos Gold Cob | Seville Mint | ND (1566–1587) Cal-828 | Coin Grade: XF (Mounted) Total Weight: 15.23 grams Mounted in 18K Gold with Diamond Accents From the Salvager Collection

A remarkable fusion of history, artistry, and wearable treasure, this striking pendant centers on an authentic 2 Escudos gold cob struck during the reign of Philip II of Spain, one of the most powerful monarchs of the early modern world. Minted at the historic Seville mint between 1566 and 1587, the coin originates from the golden age of Spain’s maritime empire—an era when fleets carried vast quantities of New World gold across the Atlantic.

The coin itself displays the bold quartered Spanish royal shield, representing the powerful kingdoms united under the Spanish crown. Hand-struck using the traditional cob minting process, each piece was created from roughly cut gold planchets and struck between engraved dies with a hammer, producing the distinctive irregular form and vibrant relief that collectors cherish today.

Encased in an elegant 18-karat gold custom mount, the historic coin is beautifully framed with a sculptural bezel and topped by a diamond-accented bail, transforming this centuries-old artifact into a refined piece of wearable history. The design allows the original coin to remain the focal point, preserving the rugged character and golden brilliance of the 16th-century strike while elevating it into a luxurious modern setting.

The 2 Escudos denomination, sometimes referred to as a “pistole,” was an important gold coin within Spain’s global economy—circulating among merchants, explorers, and nobility during the height of imperial expansion. Gold like this flowed from the mines of the Americas into European markets, financing exploration, trade, and the expansion of Spain’s vast empire.

With a total weight of 15.23 grams, this pendant represents not only a beautiful piece of jewelry but also a tangible relic of the Age of Exploration—gold that may have once traveled aboard treasure fleets and through the bustling ports of the early modern world.

Part numismatic treasure, part heirloom-quality adornment, this extraordinary pendant from the Salvager Collection offers a rare opportunity to wear a genuine piece of 16th-century Spanish imperial gold—an artifact where history and elegance meet in radiant form.