1 Oz Silver Coin 2025 South Africa Krugerrand SS Tilawa NGC MS70 FR Ship Privy

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1 Oz Silver Coin 2025 South Africa Krugerrand SS Tilawa NGC MS70 FR Ship Privy

First Releases

Comes with slab and story booklet

Sunken Treasure Resurrected: WWII Silver Coins From The SS Tilawa

In the dark depths of the Indian Ocean lies a story of loss, treasure, and ultimate redemption. On November 23, 1942, the SS Tilawa, a merchant/ocean liner ship carrying 732 passengers, 222 crew and 6,472 tons of cargo (which included 2,364 bars of silver bullion), met a tragic fate. Struck by a torpedo fired by the Japanese submarine I-29 (nicknamed Matsu), the Tilawa and nearly 300 lives were claimed by the sea. But beneath the waves, a forgotten treasure remained—2,364 silver bars destined to be struck into legal tender coinage.

A Story Reclaimed In Silver: Pedigreed Coins From A Lost Voyage

Decades later, British entrepreneur and former race car driver Ross Hyett helped assemble a team that eventually led to an extensive operation in 2017 that recovered a significant portion of this sunken treasure. This shipwreck silver has now come full circle, fulfilling its destiny of being used to create legal tender coinage—which was its original purpose during World War II. And now, you have a rare opportunity to own a piece of this remarkable story. Crafted by two of the world’s most prestigious mints, the South African Mint and Great Britain’s Royal Mint, these Krugerrand and Britannia coins bring history back to life in a spectacular way.

Own A Piece Of World War II History

Here’s your chance to acquire one of these wartime artifacts—a One-Ounce Silver Krugerrand that links you directly to one of the most dramatic chapters of World War II. This coin is not only steeped in historical significance, but it’s also masterpieces of craftsmanship, featuring an exclusive Tilawa privy mark that highlights its unique connection to the shipwrecked treasure. This Silver Krugerrand’s privy mark showcases a detailed engraving of the Tilawa.

Flawless Coins From Among The First Released

Each coin in this offer has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) as being in gleaming Mint State-70 condition, a distinction that means these coins are the product of a superb strike that places your coin firmly among the elite of the run. In addition, NGC has further certified that these coins are First Releases (FR) specimens a designation that means they were received by NGC or an NGC-approved depository within the first 30 days of issue. Each coin will come sonically sealed in a museum-quality acrylic holder with a white display core!

Seize Your Chance To Own A Remarkable Coin

These limited-edition coins are more than just collectibles—they are a direct connection to the past, offering a tangible link to a historic event and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of WWII history, resurrected in silver. Only limited quantities are available so DON’T wait, order yours now!

COIN HIGHLIGHTS:

• A PIECE OF HISTORY – Own a part of WWII maritime legacy—these coins are struck from silver salvaged from the wreck of the SS Tilawa; a ship lost to the sea in 1942 following its sinking by a Japanese submarine.
• HIGHLY PURE SILVER – Each coin is crafted from one Troy ounce of highly pure 99.9% fine silver recovered from the wreck—linking you directly to a once-forgotten treasure.
• UNIQUE PRIVY MARKS – Every coin features a special Tilawa privy mark—highlighting its origin and its place in history, making it a one-of-a-kind collectible.
• MINTED BY A RENOWNED INSTITUTION – These coins are produced by the South African Mint, respected worldwide for its commitment to quality and authenticity.
• MINT STATE-70 CONDITION – Your 2025 One-Ounce Silver Krugerrand Struck From SS Tilawa Shipwreck Silver has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) in gleaming Mint State-70 condition.
• KEY FIRST RELEASES CERTIFICATION – NGC has further certified that your coin is a First Releases (FR) specimen, meaning that it was among the first struck by the mint and was verified within the first 30 days of issue.
• LIMITED EDITION – This exclusive opportunity is limited, as these coins are struck from silver recovered in 2017, making them an extraordinary addition to any collection.

Own an authentic piece of WWII history with this 2025 One-Ounce Silver Krugerrand Struck From SS Tilawa Shipwreck Silver! It’s available now in perfect Uncirculated Mint State-70 First Releases condition!

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