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Moroccan coins identify 17th-century Dutch ship
Marine archaeologists have successfully identified the wreck of a ship that sank approximately 400 years ago off the coast of southwest England, which had remained unknown for nearly three decades. The researchers determined that it was the Dutch merchant ship "Domm Van Kuilen," which set sail from Morocco in 1633 and encountered a severe storm that led to its sinking while heading to the Netherlands, despite all crew members surviving. The cargo included about 9,000 Moroccan gold coins, as well as quantities of gum arabic, potassium nitrate, and goat skins. The use of coin analysis techniques linked the wreck to a Moroccan port, supported by archival documents confirming that the ship sank after taking on water. This discovery reflects the commercial ties between Morocco and Europe in the 17th century and highlights the historical significance of Moroccan currency in documenting ancient maritime events.
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