UTHENTICATED HỘI AN HOARD SHIPWRECK CERAMICS

 

Two genuine boxes with matching covers recovered from the documented Hội An shipwreck off Cu Lao Cham island, Vietnam. These pieces are authenticated as authentic 15th-century Vietnamese ceramics from the celebrated Hội An Hoard, which was professionally excavated in 1997–1999 and subsequently auctioned by major international houses.

 

• Period: 15th Century Vietnamese

• Origin: Hội An shipwreck hoard, Cu Lao Cham, Vietnam

• Material: Blue and white ceramic with celadon glaze

• Condition: Good

• Set: Two boxes with fitted covers

 

PROVENANCE & AUTHENTICATION

These pieces are documented as part of the Hội An Hoard, one of the most significant Southeast Asian maritime archaeology discoveries. The hoard has been authenticated by leading Asian ceramics specialists and has appeared in major auction sales worldwide. These particular boxes were valued by an accredited ceramics appraisal specialist at £70–80 GBP (~$95–107 USD) for the pair.

 

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE:

The Hội An Hoard comprises ceramics from a merchant vessel lost in the 15th century, carrying Red River Delta blue-and-white wares. The shipwreck site yielded thousands of pieces, which have been distributed to museums, collectors, and the international market. Pieces from this hoard are highly sought after.

 

CONDITION NOTE:

As recovered maritime artifacts dating approximately 500+ years, these pieces show appropriate signs of age including minor glaze wear, firing variations, and the patina consistent with long-term seabed exposure. This is entirely normal and expected for authenticated hoard pieces.

 

SHIPPING:

I ship only within the USA. Packaging is double boxed with padding to ensure safety. Returns are only accepted if valid proof is provided of the item arriving at your doorstep damaged from the carrier.