1652 Pine Tree Shilling. Small Planchet. Noe-16, Salmon 2-B, W-835. Rarity-2. EF-45 (PCGS).70.3 grains. A truly exceptional example of this popular Small Planchet variety, painted in slate-grey shades with impressive definition throughout. Uniformly round and ideally centered, the flan shows just a shallow clip at 7 oclock on the obverse edge. The outer circles are virtually complete across each side, save for an isolated softness at the lower right obverse. A natural bend in the planchet is noted at the first A of MASATHVSETS, but the surfaces are otherwise smooth and delightfully glossy. The superior quality of this piece is confirmed by its inclusion in the impressive Richard Picker Collection, which we offered at auction in October 1984. Featured in lot 30, this piece was described to be in the "most desirable condition" with "defect-free surfaces". The Noe-16 variety is a popular choice with type collectors for its availability and production quality. This piece is among the most handsome from these desirable dies.From the Robert M. Martin Collection. Ex our (Stacks) sale of the Richard Picker Collection, October 1984, lot 30.
