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JM Bullion is thrilled to offer this extraordinary 10 oz S.S. Gairsoppa Shipwreck Silver Bar composed of sunken treasure, that is, silver recovered from the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean after its transporting vessel was torpedoed by a German U-Boat in 1941. The exciting recovery of this silver just a few years ago has resulted in this 999 pure silver bar that is at once an investment in fine silver as well as a tangible relic of World War II history.
We also offer the new 1 oz S.S. Gairsoppa Shipwreck Silver Round.
Like all historic ships, the S.S. Gairsoppa has her own unique story. Launched in 1919, the steel-hulled merchant ship flew the British flag as she enjoyed a productive career under the mantle of the British India Steam Navigation Company, Ltd. of London. The company, having gotten its start as an operation for transporting mail between Calcutta and Rangoon, would become one of the largest ship owners ever known. The S.S. Gairsoppa was among the company’s fleet of more than 500 vessels. It was built in the English town of Jarrow and named for the breathtaking waterfalls of Karnataka, India. At 399 feet long, the ship could run 10.5 knots making it a fine transport ship.
As World War II broke out, the United Kingdom enlisted the S.S. Gairsoppa to assist the British war effort as a much-needed cargo ship. In late December of 1940, the ship was loaded with tea, pig iron, and an astonishing amount of silver ingots—7,000,000 ounces of it. Some reports suggest that this may have been the richest cargo of any sunken vessel. Its value has been estimated at 150 million pounds. The S.S. Gairsoppa was commissioned to carry this rich cargo from Calcutta to Britain where it was destined for the Royal Mint. The ship sailed forth into the Indian Ocean and then south into the treacherous currents around the Cape of South Africa. At Freetown, Sierra Leone she joined a fleet of other merchant ships steering a course for the British Isles.
Having left Freetown behind, the fleet encountered rough Atlantic surf and high winds. The S.S. Gairsoppa began to run low on coal, the fuel needed to reach her destination. The captain was forced to steer a new and more direct course for port in order to refuel. As she headed homeward toward the Isles, she was reported by a German Focke-Wulf aircraft which signaled a U-Boat in the area to find her. The U-Boat torpedoed the S.S. Gairsoppa on February 17, 1941 and it sank with its rich cargo. The ship sank roughly 300 miles to the southwest of Galway and rested 3 miles deep beneath the surface of the forlorn Atlantic waters.
In 2010, the British government and Florida-based Odyssey Marine Exploration entered into a venture to find the sunken ship and possibly recover its 110 tons of precious silver from the wreck. Their success has resulted in the nearly complete recovery of this silver which has since been sent to Sunshine Minting to be transformed into these elegant commemorative silver bars that represent one of the most unforgettable periods of world history. Each 10 oz S.S. Gairsoppa Shipwreck Silver Bar is made from 10 troy ounces of 99.9% precious silver and is in brand new condition. Each bar is stamped with the date of the shipwreck as well as its certification as recovered Gairsoppa silver.
If you have any questions about the 10 oz S.S. Gairsoppa Shipwreck Silver Bar, please call us at 800-276-6508. For added convenience, you may reach us via live chat or by filling out our online contact form. Please note that these bars are in limited supply and in much demand. We encourage you to procure yours as soon as can be.
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"People have to understand that there will be. Other companies with lower prices but what matters is you get good product and great service with a good price and with that who cares about a few pennies and jm bullion give all of the above its all about business thats why you buy silver and gold to make a profit but when you put good service great product and good prices all together theres no way to lose and with jm bullion you win almost all the time if you didnt think so you would not be here."
"This is exactly the kind of silver purchase I was looking for. It has assured value from its 10 ounces of silver, and it's interesting from a historical perspective. I feel like I own a piece of history, shared with others who appreciate its beauty and relevance enough so to add it to their acquisitions. The silver bar is beautiful. The shipping was prompt and the packaging was excellent."
"Love these bars. What a great piece of history to collect. At the time (Mid-December, 2014) I thought they were a little pricey but I bought 5 anyway. Now I look at todays price, I am grinning ear to ear. Thanks JMB. I but 90% of my gold and silver from JMB. Never been disappointed. AJ…….Florida"
"Thank you, for the top notch service your company provides, Great quality and selection of of coins and bars, look forward to more purchases going forward. The grandkids thought the alien skulls are cool. Paul-WA."
"Great bar. Nice piece of history. Lots of orders with JM and can't be happier with their service."
"Received the RCM 10oz and Gairsoppa 10oz today. Great pieces. Nice addition to my stack. Picked up an NTR bar a few weeks ago. Always happy with JM Bullion."
"First rate communication, excellent price, and lighting fast delivery is there anything else? Totally satisfied with my first purchase from JMB."
"Just got my bar yesterday nice, I love it I will purchase again soon Carlos, Homestead, Fl"
"Just opened my first bar and rounds got to say outstanding I was very surprised at how shinny and how heavy the bar is very ,pleased.thanks JMB"
"Very Stunning bar! Part of our beginning to invest in Gold and Silver and was very pleased with this piece!"
JM Bullion is thrilled to offer this extraordinary 10 oz S.S. Gairsoppa Shipwreck Silver Bar composed of sunken treasure, that is, silver recovered from the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean after its transporting vessel was torpedoed by a German U-Boat in 1941. The exciting recovery of this silver just a few years ago has resulted in this 999 pure silver bar that is at once an investment in fine silver as well as a tangible relic of World War II history.
We also offer the new 1 oz S.S. Gairsoppa Shipwreck Silver Round.
Like all historic ships, the S.S. Gairsoppa has her own unique story. Launched in 1919, the steel-hulled merchant ship flew the British flag as she enjoyed a productive career under the mantle of the British India Steam Navigation Company, Ltd. of London. The company, having gotten its start as an operation for transporting mail between Calcutta and Rangoon, would become one of the largest ship owners ever known. The S.S. Gairsoppa was among the company’s fleet of more than 500 vessels. It was built in the English town of Jarrow and named for the breathtaking waterfalls of Karnataka, India. At 399 feet long, the ship could run 10.5 knots making it a fine transport ship.
As World War II broke out, the United Kingdom enlisted the S.S. Gairsoppa to assist the British war effort as a much-needed cargo ship. In late December of 1940, the ship was loaded with tea, pig iron, and an astonishing amount of silver ingots—7,000,000 ounces of it. Some reports suggest that this may have been the richest cargo of any sunken vessel. Its value has been estimated at 150 million pounds. The S.S. Gairsoppa was commissioned to carry this rich cargo from Calcutta to Britain where it was destined for the Royal Mint. The ship sailed forth into the Indian Ocean and then south into the treacherous currents around the Cape of South Africa. At Freetown, Sierra Leone she joined a fleet of other merchant ships steering a course for the British Isles.
Having left Freetown behind, the fleet encountered rough Atlantic surf and high winds. The S.S. Gairsoppa began to run low on coal, the fuel needed to reach her destination. The captain was forced to steer a new and more direct course for port in order to refuel. As she headed homeward toward the Isles, she was reported by a German Focke-Wulf aircraft which signaled a U-Boat in the area to find her. The U-Boat torpedoed the S.S. Gairsoppa on February 17, 1941 and it sank with its rich cargo. The ship sank roughly 300 miles to the southwest of Galway and rested 3 miles deep beneath the surface of the forlorn Atlantic waters.
In 2010, the British government and Florida-based Odyssey Marine Exploration entered into a venture to find the sunken ship and possibly recover its 110 tons of precious silver from the wreck. Their success has resulted in the nearly complete recovery of this silver which has since been sent to Sunshine Minting to be transformed into these elegant commemorative silver bars that represent one of the most unforgettable periods of world history. Each 10 oz S.S. Gairsoppa Shipwreck Silver Bar is made from 10 troy ounces of 99.9% precious silver and is in brand new condition. Each bar is stamped with the date of the shipwreck as well as its certification as recovered Gairsoppa silver.
If you have any questions about the 10 oz S.S. Gairsoppa Shipwreck Silver Bar, please call us at 800-276-6508. For added convenience, you may reach us via live chat or by filling out our online contact form. Please note that these bars are in limited supply and in much demand. We encourage you to procure yours as soon as can be.
"People have to understand that there will be. Other companies with lower prices but what matters is you get good product and great service with a good price and with that who cares about a few pennies and jm bullion give all of the above its all about business thats why you buy silver and gold to make a profit but when you put good service great product and good prices all together theres no way to lose and with jm bullion you win almost all the time if you didnt think so you would not be here."
"This is exactly the kind of silver purchase I was looking for. It has assured value from its 10 ounces of silver, and it's interesting from a historical perspective. I feel like I own a piece of history, shared with others who appreciate its beauty and relevance enough so to add it to their acquisitions. The silver bar is beautiful. The shipping was prompt and the packaging was excellent."
"Love these bars. What a great piece of history to collect. At the time (Mid-December, 2014) I thought they were a little pricey but I bought 5 anyway. Now I look at todays price, I am grinning ear to ear. Thanks JMB. I but 90% of my gold and silver from JMB. Never been disappointed. AJ…….Florida"
"Thank you, for the top notch service your company provides, Great quality and selection of of coins and bars, look forward to more purchases going forward. The grandkids thought the alien skulls are cool. Paul-WA."
"Great bar. Nice piece of history. Lots of orders with JM and can't be happier with their service."
"Received the RCM 10oz and Gairsoppa 10oz today. Great pieces. Nice addition to my stack. Picked up an NTR bar a few weeks ago. Always happy with JM Bullion."
"First rate communication, excellent price, and lighting fast delivery is there anything else? Totally satisfied with my first purchase from JMB."
"Just got my bar yesterday nice, I love it I will purchase again soon Carlos, Homestead, Fl"
"Just opened my first bar and rounds got to say outstanding I was very surprised at how shinny and how heavy the bar is very ,pleased.thanks JMB"
"Very Stunning bar! Part of our beginning to invest in Gold and Silver and was very pleased with this piece!"
