© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Shilling "Pine Tree" Large Planchet 27-31 mm
1652 year| Silver | 3.30 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Massachusetts (United States (pre-federal and private/territorial)) |
|---|---|
| Period | Colonial period (1607-1776) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1652 |
| Value | 1 Shilling |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.30 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#109972 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
NEW ENGLAND AN DOM surrounding date and denomination in roman numerals.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEW ENGLAND AN DOM
1652
XII
Edge
Note the S shaped flan resulting from its being struck on a roller press which used curved dies and a partially lateral striking movement.
Comment
Minted from 1667-1682Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1652 Massachusetts "Pine Tree" Shilling is that it was one of the first coins to feature a symbol of the American colonies, the pine tree, which was a symbol of strength and resilience for the early settlers.