1652 Pine Tree Shilling. Large Planchet. Noe-1, Salmon 1-A, W-690. Rarity-2. Pellets at Trunk. AU-50 (PCGS).69.2 grains. A truly memorable example of this classic variety in the Massachusetts Bay Colony silver series. Warmly and originally toned in dove gray, both sides are remarkably smooth with no significant marks or other blemishes. The planchet is irregular in shape due to clipping, the most prominent of these features centered just past 6 oclock relative to the obverse. The letter M in MASATHVSETS is largely off the flan, border through the top of the word IN, but otherwise we note bold to sharp detail throughout. Subtle remnants of satin luster enhance already strong eye appeal. A significant opportunity for the quality-conscious type collector or advanced Massachusetts silver enthusiast to acquire a technically superior and visually appealing Large Planchet Pine Tree shilling.<p>The iconic Noe-1 Pine Tree shilling is regarded as the quintessential type coin in the Massachusetts Bay Colony silver series. These pieces were the first struck for those British colonies that would eventually become part of the United States. They are also among the few American colonial issues struck in silver. Produced to an uncommonly high standard of quality, and relatively plentiful by Massachusetts silver standards, the Noe-1 Pine Tree is a perennial favorite among both colonial type collectors and series specialists. For the grade, it is difficult for us to imagine a more attractive and inviting specimen that that offered here. Worthy of a premium bid.PCGS# 23. NGC ID: 2ARU.From the Muddy River Collection. Earlier from Superiors session of Auction 88, July 1988, lot 2; our sale of the Dr. Gordon Shaw Collection, March 2017 Baltimore Auction, lot 141.
