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400 gold coins help crack a centuries-old shipwreck mystery
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400 gold coins help crack a centuries-old shipwreck mystery

Isn't it fascinating? Researchers have finally identified the Dutch trading ship Dom van Keulen, which sank off the southern coast of England in 1633 with an incredible cargo of over 9,000 gold coins. This discovery, made possible by historian Ian Friel's archival research, sheds light on the ship's tumultuous final voyage. The coins, originating from Morocco, highlight the rich maritime trade between Europe and Africa during the 17th century. It's amazing to think that these treasures lay hidden for centuries, waiting to tell their story.
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