1652 pine tree - any expert knowledge on this coin

May 31, 2019
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smokeythecat

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A couple things. The edge makes it look cast, not struck. Also the letters and numbers are "mushy". That also tends to lean toward a cast coin and not a struck one. Originals were hand struck.

The shillings were made of silver. If you drop it on a flat surface like a table top, a silver coin will have a "ringing" sound to it.

An original in this condition is $8,000 plus. If you bought it for a hundred or two, you have your answer.
 

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1st - I noticed this was your very first post - so, Welcome Aboard Meluckycharms27! You didn't list your state (or country) in your profile. So, you might consider jumping over to Sub-Forum: Select Your Area.... for information (i.e., clubs, hunts, finds, legends, maps, etc.) directly related to your state (or country).
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2nd - I moved ya from HELP! over to COINS for more exposure.
 

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Yes, picture of the edge please.
 

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I also have some questions pertaining to the lettering and numbers. As the others stated a rim photo would be helpful.:icon_thumleft:
 

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if real it is a nice one...all the lettering is very clear and not worn. and it is very centered too. only can be authenticated in hand, we cannot tell you for sure here.
 

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