Two bells have been recovered from the ship and one or both served to give orders, signal maneuvers and communicate with other ships. The larger bell recovered around mid ship is dated 1705 and features the Roman Catholic invocation IHS MARIA [ Iesus Hominum Salvator]. This bell weighs 21 lbs. and has a base diameter of 21 cm (8.27 in) and an overall height of 32.5 cm (12.4 in). The smaller bell came from the stern of the vessel and exhibits no markings. It weighs 6.64kg. These bells may not be part of the ship's equipment but represent cargo or personal possessions.