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Gold Nugget imbedded in a Plate of Iron recovered from the Wreck of the "Royal Charter"(engraving)
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Gold Nugget imbedded in a Plate of Iron recovered from the Wreck of the "Royal Charter"(engraving)
1098514 Gold Nugget imbedded in a Plate of Iron recovered from the Wreck of the " Royal Charter" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gold Nugget imbedded in a Plate of Iron recovered from the Wreck of the " Royal Charter". Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 January 1860.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22207412
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Gold Nugget Recovered Royal Charter Scuttling Shipwrecks Wreck
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This engraving from the 19th century showcases a remarkable artifact recovered from the depths of the sea. The image depicts a gold nugget, gleaming with its radiant hue, embedded within a sturdy plate of iron. This extraordinary find was salvaged from the wreckage of the ill-fated "Royal Charter" forever immortalized in history. The intricate details captured by this English School engraving transport us back to that fateful day when tragedy struck. The Royal Charter met its untimely demise, succumbing to treacherous waters and unforgiving storms. Yet amidst the devastation lies an astonishing discovery – a testament to both human resilience and nature's hidden treasures. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of the immense power held by shipwrecks; they become time capsules preserving fragments of our past. This gold nugget serves as a symbol of hope and fortune lost at sea, encapsulating tales of daring voyages and dreams shattered beneath crashing waves. The Illustrated London News featured this illustration on January 28th, 1860, allowing readers to marvel at this extraordinary fusion between precious metal and unyielding iron. It is through such visual storytelling that we can appreciate not only the historical significance but also the artistic mastery behind these relics. Incorporating elements such as wrecked ships, plates of iron, imbedded gold nuggets, scuttling vessels - all brought together by Bridgeman Images - this print invites us into an enchanting world
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