Shipwreck Databases Western Australian Museum

DHE46B - Silver

Dirk Hartog Excavation

Silver artefact recovered from Dirk Hartog Excavation

Negative impression of 10 cent piece dated to 1981 on one side and 1991 on other w/ head of ER II on both sides. On 1981 side punch hole evident in centre of coin where the coin has been pushed into ground using Phillips screw driver to make it appear as if in undisturbed deposit. Found in association with DHE 46A.

Site Area Code North West

Site Location East of tram line. On west side of second tree adjacent to tram line. 50 mm below surface.

Number of Items 1

Material Silver

Museum Reference

Registration Number 46

ID 26182