The Last Voyage of the San Miguel de Archangel
- Authors: Robert H. Baer
- Edition: 2012 [confirm]
- Subjects: Wreck, History
- Level: Collector, Specialist
What it is
The project archaeologist's account of the accidental discovery of the San Miguel de Archangel — a Spanish vessel on a secret mission carrying a sample of the 'Star of Lima' coinage, minted illegally by the Count Alba de Liste, bound from Peru to the King of Spain circa 1659, and wrecked off Florida with little note in the records.
Why it matters
It is a firsthand wreck narrative tied to a rare and politically charged Lima coinage — the kind of context that separates a documented piece from a loose cob with a story attached.
Who it's for
Collectors and specialists interested in Lima mint history, 'Star of Lima' coinage, and Florida wreck archaeology.