copper
Buffalo nickel
| Edge | Plain |
| Composition | 75% copper 25% nickel |
| Years of minting | 1913–1938 |
| Mint marks | D, S. Centered under “FIVE CENTS” on the reverse. Philadelphia Mint specimens lack mint mark. |
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Is there silver in any nickels?
Nickels minted in the United States between 1942 and 1945 are made of 35% silver. Normally all other nickels are composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel.
What was the last year for Buffalo nickels?
1938
What’s featured on each side of the coin? Morgan: The buffalo nickel was produced from 1913 to 1938. It replaced the Liberty “V” nickel and was replaced by the Jefferson nickel that we use today.
Is there such thing as a silver buffalo nickel?
Please note, Buffalo nickels do not contain any silver. Please see below to view composition and today’s metal value. This can be a highly-collectible coin, please view the numismatic value range to understand if your coin could command a high premium.
What’s the value of an Indian Head nickel?
Indian Head or Buffalo nickels have been fairly stable over the last few years. Some of the key dates and rarities have seen some decline since reaching their peak in 2008. Since these coins do not contain any silver or gold, they do not react to the market fluctuations of these precious metals.
Who was the creator of the Indian Head Buffalo nickel?
James Earle Fraser did away with the common patriotic symbols and experimented with the portrait of a Native American Indian for the obverse side of the coin and an American bison (buffalo) on the reverse.
What kind of nickel is in a buffalo nickel?
Buffalo or Indian Head Nickel The Buffalo or Indian Head Nickel coins were minted from 1913 to 1938 and in good quantity. The Buffalo nickel would enjoy a good run, but would eventually be replaced by the United States current nickel, the Jefferson Nickel. These coins like the other nickels are 75% copper and contain 25% nickel.
Why did they change the denomination on the nickel?
This design flaw caused the denomination to prematurely wear off of the nickel. Approximately halfway through 1913, the design was changed to recess the denomination below the rim of the coin. Indian Head or Buffalo nickels have been fairly stable over the last few years.
