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(1652) New England Sixpence

Strike Type
(1652) New England Sixpence

Coin Details

Year
1652
Denomination
Colonials
Series
Massachusetts Silver Coins (1652-1662)
Composition
Sterling Silver (.925)
Weight
2.33g
Diameter
21mm

Description

An extremely rare colonial silver coin bearing "NE" (New England) on the obverse and "VI" (six pence) on the reverse. Authorized by the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1652 and struck in Boston by John Hull and Robert Sanderson from dies cut by Joseph Jenks. Fewer than ten genuine examples survive (Noe 1-A variety). Sterling silver (.925), target weight 36 grains (2.33g).

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