1652 Oak Tree Shilling. Noe-14, Salmon 11a-Gi, W-530. Rarity-4. Spiny Tree. Fine-12 (ANACS).4.20 grams. A wavy planchet explains the uneven wear on both sides, although most of the reverse devices are discernible, as are many of the peripheral letters and the bottom third of the tree on the obverse. Glossy, predominantly bright silver surfaces display evidence of cleaning, both sides also with scattered pitting and wispy pin scratches. Although attributed as Noe-13.3 on the ANACS insert, the trunk and base of the tree are of the Spiny Tree design and confirm our Noe-14 designation.
