2019 Spain €1.5 History of Navigation – 17th Century Spanish Galleon

History Of Navigation Series Pays Tribute To The Spanish Galleon

Modern navigation owes a debt of gratitude to the ancient scientists and adventurers who used their knowledge of celestial bodies to chart oceans and new lands. As these fearless mariners embarked on voyages across the world, they not only advanced navigational techniques, but advanced civilization. Now you can witness the History of Navigation thanks to a specular series of coins released by the world-renowned Real Casa de la Moneda—the Royal Mint of Spain!

Spain’s Armed Treasure Ships

Each selectively colorized legal-tender cupro-nickel (CuNi) 1½ Euro coin in the series depicts a seagoing vessel that played an important role in the History of Navigation. Here you can secure the 2019 €1.5 History of Navigation – 17th Century Spanish Galleon. The Galleon takes its name from the term galley and was a large, multi-decked sailing ship used as armed cargo carriers. During the 17th Century they boasted a formidable array of weaponry with 13 cannons per side on the first deck, 12 on the second, three per side on the poop deck and four per side on the upper deck. The huge quantities of gold, silver, and other precious goods carried by these ships made them tempting targets for pirates thus compelling Spanish authorities to create fleets of six or more galleons for safe passage from the New World back to Spain.

About The Spanish Royal Mint

Established in 1597 during the reign of King Philip II, The Spanish Royal Mint strikes more than 4 billion coins each year. From its beginnings managing the wealth obtained from the Spanish colonies during the 16th and 17th centuries through the present day, The Mint is centered in Madrid and is recognized worldwide for its focus on advanced technologies that sets it apart from other world mints. The Spanish Royal Mint today can produce 850 coins per minute and employs high-tech processes such as laser engraving, high-resolution 3D coin design modeling, and anti-counterfeiting measures.

Act Now To Discover The History Of Navigation

Set sail on your own voyage to discover the History of Navigation with this 2019 Spain €1.5 History of Navigation – 17th Century Spanish Galleon Coin. It also makes a perfect gift for any fan of ships and history. Click one to your cart today!