X Marks the Flip!
Authentic pirate doubloons were Spanish gold coins minted in the New World. Our virtual version captures the romance of pirate legends with a skull-and-crossbones heads side and treasure chest tails side - perfect for pirate-themed parties, RPG games, or just swashbuckling fun.
Heads Side
Features the classic Jolly Roger skull with crossed bones, symbolizing danger and piracy. The design includes weathered details mimicking 17th-century hand-engraved coins.
Tails Side
Displays an overflowing treasure chest with gold coins and gems, surrounded by ocean waves. The inscription "PLUNDER & ADVENTURE" circles the edge in pirate-style typography.
Pirate Features
Authentic Weight
Simulates the heavy 27g weight of real Spanish doubloons
Treasure Map
Special edition shows map fragments when flipped repeatedly
Shipwreck Mode
5% chance to land on edge (like a coin stuck in ship planks)
Pirate Activities
Pirate Parties
Decide who walks the plank first at birthday events
RPG Games
Determine random encounters in tabletop adventures
History Class
Teach about the Golden Age of Piracy (1650-1730)
Treasure Hunts
Flip to decide directions at each clue point
Historical Context
Real Doubloon Facts
- Spanish gold coins called "escudos" were worth about 16 silver reales
- Pirates often cut coins into pieces to make change ("pieces of eight")
- The famous 1715 Fleet shipwreck off Florida carried over 2 million coins
Heads ye win, tails ye walk the plank!