1652 Pine Tree Shilling. Large Planchet. Noe-2, Salmon 2-C, W-700. Rarity-4. Without Pellets at Trunk. VF Details--Damage (PCGS).68.2 grains. The surfaces are toned in a blend of lavender-grey and steely blue hues, indicating originality and delivering strong eye appeal. Slight bends in the flan have accelerated the wear in areas near the inner circle on each side. The tree remains mostly intact, missing only a few branches on the left side and a portion of the roots below. The date and denomination are also remarkably bold on the reverse, surrounded by a sharp inner circle and legends. A minor scrape is well hidden at the lower obverse rim near IN, but this is ancient and well toned-over. Minor clipping on the right edge exaggerates the impact of the misaligned strike, which is shifted towards 3 oclock relative to the obverse. An overall pleasing and nicely bold example.From the Robert M. Martin Collection.
