coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 6p \ Massachusetts \ 1652
The Massachusetts 1652 6P coin, also known as the "Pine Tree Shilling," is a notable collectible coin from the early colonial period of the United States. Minted in Massachusetts Bay Colony, it is characterized by its distinctive pine tree design on the obverse and the Roman numerals indicating the denomination on the reverse. These coins were struck in silver and represent one of the first forms of currency issued in New England, making them highly sought after by collectors for their historical significance and rarity. The Pine Tree Shilling embodies the early American quest for independence and economic self-sufficiency.
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1652 6P Willow Tree | 6P | Massachusetts | 1652 |