1652 Shilling Pine Tree, Large Planchet MS(PCGS#23)

December 2020 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

2035

Grade

AU50

Price

6,600

Lot Description

Sharp and Attractive Noe-8 Pine Tree Shilling 1652 Pine Tree Shilling. Large Planchet. Noe-8, Salmon 7-E, W-740. Rarity-4. Ligatured NE In Legend. AU-50 (PCGS). 71.5 grains. A handsome and pleasingly original example with pale gold and warmer olive undertones to dominant pewter gray patina. The strike is well centered and, while both sides are a bit soft at the left borders, all major design elements are at least partially discernible, and most are sharp. The surfaces are exceptionally smooth in hand with no significant as made or post-production blemishes. With faint traces of original luster evident at direct lighting angles, it is difficult for us to imagine a more inviting example of either the type or variety at the lower reaches of AU preservation. If an attractive, high grade piece of Massachusetts silver is in your future, you will do well to take a good look at this exceptional Large Planchet Pine Tree shilling. PCGS# 23. Click here for certification details from PCGS.