Lot 2
1652 Massachusetts Pine Tree Shilling Noe-1 Rarity-2 AU50. Type with Pellets at the Trunk. Choice glossy medium gray and steel with slightly lighter toning on the devices. Sharply struck and essentially flawless except for three tiny dents around the first T in MASATHVSETS. The devices, including the Pine Tree, date, and denomination are bold and the legends are complete except for the upper edge of IN on the obverse and opposing EN in ENGLAND, which are tight to the edge of the planchet. A sharp, very attractive example of the Large Planchet type. Listed on page 39 in the "Redbook." Weight 70.5 grains.
Estimated Value $5,000-UP.
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