The slave ship Pellican left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Jamaica. About 153 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Pellican; flag: Great Britain; estimated standardized tonnage: 54.8. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Royal African Company; Captain: Devon, John; Captain: Bunce, John. The voyage began at London on 6 August 1683. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: New Calabar (Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Jamaica, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 11.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.