coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ Shilling \ Massachusetts \ 1652
The Massachusetts Shilling, minted in 1652, is one of the earliest coins produced in the American colonies. It was issued by the Massachusetts Bay Colony and is known for its distinctive design featuring a willow tree and the inscription "NE" for New England. These coins were made from silver and were used as a form of currency in the colonial period. The Massachusetts Shilling is highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and rarity, with several variants existing, including the Oak Tree and Pine Tree shillings.
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1652 Shilling Willow Tree | Shilling | Massachusetts | 1652 |