Buffalo Coins
James Earle Fraser’s Buffalo (Indian Head) nickel (1913–1938) is a quintessentially American design, prized for overdates and the 1937-D 3-legged error.
- Years:
- 1918–1937
- Denominations:
- 5¢
- Designer:
- James Earle Fraser
- In catalog:
- 2
Buffalo coins in the catalog
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Grading guide →Buffalo Nickel Key Dates & Varieties
1913-1938. James Earle Fraser design. Half a dozen famous key dates, two iconic die varieties (Three-Legged Buffalo, Two-Feathers), and one of the most beloved aesthetics in US coinage.
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Slabs cost $30-300 to produce but unlock 30-150% premiums. They also hide some defects and freeze problem coins forever. When grading is the right call, when it's not, and the math.
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