-Resurrected Silver-
Unearthed Stories of the
Indian Titanic
Deep within the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean,
a secret lay hidden from the world.
S.S. Tilawa
Propulsion: Steam
Completed: 1942
Owner: British India Steam
Navigation Company
Speed: 12 knots (22 km/h; 14 mph)
Capacity: 4,039 passengers
Resting eternally in the ocean's depths is the 'SS Tilawa',
often referred to as the 'Indian Titanic'.
On a tragic night in 1942 during World War II,
it was hit by two torpedoes from Japanese forces,
sinking immediately into the ocean's abyss.
Along with it, 281 passengers and crew members,
as well as a staggering 2,391 silver bars,
were forever lost to the depths of the sea.
These silver bars, originally obtained by the
South African Federation from India for coin production,
met an untimely and tragic fate.
It wasn't until 2017 that Argentum Exploration Ltd.
decided to investigate this mysterious region,
embarking on a quest for the 'S.S. Tilawa'.
Deep within the Indian Ocean,
4.2 kilometers beneath the surface,
they successfully salvaged the 2,391 silver bars.
These silver bars were brought to the UK Legal battles
ensued over the ownership of the silver, ultimately leading to a ruling by
the UK Supreme Court recognizing the Republic of South Africa as the owner.
These silver bars now serve as a stark reminder of
the harsh realities of war, urging us to cherish peace and strive to
prevent the recurrence of such historical tragedies.
100 Troy Ounces Silver Bar
Serial
Number
Mint Mark
Fineness
Stamped
Weight
Stamped Weight: 101.1 oz
Fineness: 999.1% Silver
Recovered from the SS Tilawa without any polishing or alteration
Comes with a “Certificate of Authenticity” bearing an officially certified "Bar Identification Number" from Deep Ocean Search Limited, confirming the authenticity of this silver bar as a genuine artifact recovered from the SS Tilawa.
1,127.5 Troy Ounces Silver Bar
Recovered from the SS Tilawa without any polishing or alteration
Serial
Number
Mint Mark
Fineness
Stamped
Weight
Stamped Weight: 1,127.5 oz
Fineness: 999.1% Silver
Comes with a “Certificate of Authenticity” bearing an officially certified "Bar Identification Number" from Deep Ocean Search Limited, confirming the authenticity of this silver bar as a genuine artifact recovered from the SS Tilawa.
In an effort to preserve and perpetuate this historical memory and piece of human cultural heritage,
LPM has transformed the original silver bars into unique commemorative silver products.
Silver Rounds
Weight: 1/4 oz | 1/2 oz | 1 oz
Reverse I
Voyage Edition
Depicts the SS Tilawa during its voyage, capturing the ship's grandeur and the vibrant spirit before the onset of its tragic fate.
Obverse
Featuring a global map or a regional map of the Indian Ocean as its background, this design depicts the route of the SS Tilawa during its wartime voyage.
Reverse II
Sinking Fate
Portrays the poignant moment of the SS Tilawa's descent into the depths, vividly highlighting the ship's heartbreaking fate amidst the turmoil of war.
Silver Bar
Weight: 1 oz | 10 oz
As the light pierces through the tranquil waters, the weathered hull of the SS Tilawa stands as a silent witness to the passage of time, resembling a seasoned warrior who, despite losing its former glory, still stands tall, as if recounting a poignant history.
Silver Grain
Weight: 1/4 oz | 1/10 oz
Mintage 1,942
PCGS graded in
protective holder
Sealed in mint packaging
Preserved in sealed packaging to
maintain the silver grain’s pristine condition.
The exclusive 1942 SS Tilawa Shipwreck commemorative silver products
released by LPM acts as a window through time,
opening our hearts to the reflection of those challenging times.
This coin series not only deeply honors the sunken ship and its victims,
but also pays profound respect to that brave history.
