1652 Pine Tree Shilling. Large Planchet. Noe-1, Salmon 1-A. W-690. Rarity-2. Pellets at Trunk. AU-50 Tooled.70.0 grains. This is a higher grade example of this early American numismatic icon, with an exceptionally bold tree and full legends on its broad planchet. The central fields and peripheries on both sides have been carefully smoothed long ago, giving the in-hand appearance of luster. The work was undoubtedly done a century or more ago, and the surfaces now boast fine gray toning with light blue and gold highlights. A couple little nicks are noted near the first T in MASATHVSETS. This example has the look of a high end AU coin, making it highly collectible despite its long ago manual conservation.
