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3 Pence Oak Tree
1652 (1660-1667) years| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Massachusetts (United States (pre-federal and private/territorial)) |
|---|---|
| Period | Colonial period (1607-1776) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1652 (1660-1667) |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#76267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Date and denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEW ENGLAND
1652
III
Comment
Actually struck 1660-1667Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pence (Oak Tree) coin from Massachusetts is that it was issued during a time when the colony was still under British rule, yet it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination issued by the British government. The coin's obverse features an image of an oak tree, which was a symbol of strength and resilience for the Massachusetts colony, and the reverse bears the inscription "Massachusetts" in bold letters. This coin is a rare example of a pre-federal coin that was issued by a private mint in the American colonies, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
