1 Shilling - NE ND (1652) front 1 Shilling - NE ND (1652) back
1 Shilling - NE ND (1652) photo
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1 Shilling - NE ND

1652 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Massachusetts (United States (pre-federal and private/territorial))
Issuing entity
Massachusetts Bay General Court
Period
Colonial period (1607-1776)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1652
Value
1 Shilling (1⁄20)
Currency
Pound
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
2 April 1792
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#51567
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

The face value of the coin.

Script: Latin

Lettering: XII

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Shilling - NE ND (1652) coin from Massachusetts is that it was issued during a time when the colony was still under British rule, and it features a unique design that reflects the colony's history and culture. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a Native American man, while the reverse side features a depiction of a tree, which symbolizes the colony's connection to the natural world and its commitment to preserving the land for future generations. Additionally, the coin's silver content and intricate design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.