3 Pence - Willow Tree 1652 (1653-1660) front 3 Pence - Willow Tree 1652 (1653-1660) back
3 Pence - Willow Tree 1652 (1653-1660) photo
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3 Pence - Willow Tree

1652 (1653-1660) years
Silver 1.1 g 15.5 mm
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 (1653-1660)
Value
3 Pence (1⁄80)
Currency
Pound
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.1 g
Diameter
15.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
2 April 1792
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#51568
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Date and denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NEWENGLAND. AD:

1652 III

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Pence - Willow Tree 1652 (1653-1660) coin from Massachusetts is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. This coin was also relatively small, weighing only 1.1 grams, making it easy to handle and transport. Additionally, the Willow Tree design on the coin's reverse side is a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins of the time.