GT2225 - Stoneware
Vergulde Draeck (Gilt Dragon)
Upper part of saltglaze stoneware Rheinish beardman jug; coarse dark brown mottle. Neck and handle complete. Mask and part of floral medallion (cf. GT870). 2 sherds have been glued into place. Encrusted with coralline algae on inner surface.
Site Area Code Mid-West
Number of Items 1
Material Stoneware
Museum Reference
Registration Number 2225
ID 53757
The Vergulde Draeck (Gilt Dragon) sailed from Texel bound for Batavia (Jakarta), under Pieter Albertsz carrying trade goods and eight chests of silver to the value of 78,6000 guilders. On 28 April 1656 the Vergulde Draeck was wrecked just south of Ledge Point. 75 of the 193 made it to shore. A small boat was sent with the Understeersman and six others to Batavia (now Jakarta) arriving 40 days...
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