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The 1916 proof Buffalo nickel has a tiny mintage of only 600 pieces, the lowest of the series. The majority of 1916 proofs are found in the PR64-66 range, though several dozen have been certified by PCGS and NGC in PR67. Both firms have certified fewer than a combined dozen as PR68s. The 1916 proof Buffalo nickels were the last regular-issue proofs for the series until 1936, when the US Mint revived its proof coin program after a 20-year hiatus.
Obverse Description
James Earle Fraser's famous and simple design depicts a Native American chief with the word LIBERTY from 1-2 o'clock. The date is placed on the lower left of the chieftain's bust.
Reverse Description
A full portrait of the bison, Black Diamond, with the words UNITED STATES oF AMERICA at the top periphery with the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM just underneath. The denomination FIVE CENTS is spelled out at the bottom. For the Type 1, the denomination is embossed on a flat surface.
Catalog Information
GSID:
3154
Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1916
Reverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, FIVE CENTS
Weight (gr):
5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.1608 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
21.2
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Matte Finish
Coin Date:
1916
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
600
Coinage Type:
Buffalo nickel
Coinage Years:
1913-1938
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3993
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Coin Value History
1916 5c Matte Finish PR
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1916 5c Matte Finish PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$36,000 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $27,500 | $1,234 |
| PR67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1916 5C PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population: 63 in 64, 259 finer (11/25). CDN: $2,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 600. ...
$4,026
1916 5C JD-1, High R.2, PR66 PCGS. ...
$5,124
1916 5C PR67 PCGS. CAC....
$9,900
1916 5C PR65 PCGS....
$2,640
1916 5C PR68 PCGS. ...
$25,200
1916 5C PR64 NGC. NGC Census: (36/137). PCGS Population: (63/234). CDN: $2,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 600. ...
$1,800
1916 5C JD-1, High R.2, PR66 NGC. ...
$4,148
1916 5C PR67 NGC. ...
$5,040
1916 5C PR65 NGC. ...
$4,320
1916 5C PR68 PCGS. ...
$31,200
1916 5C PR64 PCGS. ...
$2,640
1916 5C PR66+ PCGS. CAC....
$7,200
1916 5C PR67 PCGS. CAC. ...
$9,000
5C 1916 PCGS PR65 CAC
$3,995
5C 1916 PCGS PR68
$24,675
1916 5C PR64 PCGS. ...
$1,860
1916 5C PR66 PCGS. ...
$4,080
1916 5C PR67 NGC. ...
$3,840
1916 5C PR65+ PCGS. ...
$3,000
1916 5C PR68 NGC. ...
$15,600
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 1 Reverse, Matte Finish, 1913 PR [Type]
Worth: $650 – $90,000
1913 5c Buffalo, Matte Finish, Type 1 PR
Worth: $650 – $90,000
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 2 Reverse, Matte Finish, 1913-1916 PR [Type]
Worth: $500 – $17,500
1913 5c Buffalo, Matte Finish, Type 2 PR
Worth: $550 – $17,500
1914 5c Matte Finish PR
Worth: $500 – $18,000
1915 5c Matte Finish PR
Worth: $600 – $225,000
1927 5c Special Strike SP
Worth: $65,000 – $78,000
Buffalo Nickel 5c Satin Finish, 1936 PR [Type]
Worth: $600 – $6,000
1936 5c Satin Finish PR
Worth: $600 – $6,000
Buffalo Nickel 5c Brilliant Finish, 1936-1937 PR [Type]
Worth: $550 – $18,000
1936 5c Brilliant Finish PR
Worth: $625 – $8,000
1937 5c PR
Worth: $575 – $18,000
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