Tree coinage: Silver coins issued by the Massachusetts Colony in three forms: Willow Tree, Oak Tree and Pine Tree. Issued between 1652 to1682 although all but one are dated 1652.
tribute penny: A silver denarius of the Roman emperor Tiberius.
Pine Tree Coinage: Introduction
(ca. 1667 - 1682)
The transition from the Oak Tree design to the Pine Tree was a gradual process.
Early American Coins
An introduction to early American coins, including the famous New England Pine Tree coinage (illustrated here), the first state coinage, and George Washington pieces.
 See also: Coinage, Silver, Coin, Collection, Shilling
  
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