A) bolt fragments x12. B) bolt heads x2. C) nails x2. D) nail fragments x10.
Site Location Gun Island: Hole 270/0 (xyz- 30/30/40 cm)
Number of Items 26
Material Ship's fittings
Registration Number 4902
ID 22853
Status Commonwealth
Zeewijk was wrecked on the Houtman Abrolhos on 9 June 1727. The Zeewijk did not break up immediately and goods, including the treasure chests, were transferred to Gun Island. It was obvious to the crew that the ship could never be floated from its position locked into the reef.
A rescue group of eleven of the fittest survivors and First Mate set off for Batavia in the longboat on 10 July...