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The 1928-S Buffalo nickel is a scarce S-mint issue, not unlike many of the other pre-1930 mintmarked nickels in the series. Tough in circulated condition, rare in uncirculated, and very rare in Gem grades, the 1928-S is a better coin by every measure. At least most examples exhibit good strike, something always appreciated by collectors and dealers alike. Very few of these coins are known in MS65 or above.
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:
3133
Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1928
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:
Business
Diameter:
21.2
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1928-S
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
6,936,000
Coinage Type:
Buffalo nickel
Coinage Years:
1913-1938
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3965
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Coin Value History
1928-S 5c MS
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1928-S 5c MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$43,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $36,000 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1928-S 5C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population: 95 in 62, 817 finer (12/25). CDN: $365 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mintage 6,936,00...
$512
1928-S 5C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population: 85 in 55, 1090 finer (11/25). CDN: $120 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU55. Mintage 6,936,0...
$139
1928-S 5C AU58 PCGS. Mintage 6,936,000....
$456
1928-S 5C MS66 PCGS....
$20,400
1928-S 5C MS64 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (50/40). Mintage 6,936,000. ...
$930
1928-S 5C MS63 PCGS. Mintage 6,936,000. ...
$1,080
1928-S 5C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population: (95/22 and 13/2+). Mintage 6,936,000. ...
$2,160
1928-S 5C 2 Feathers FS-401 AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: (1/4 and 0/0+). Mintage 6,936,000. ...
$840
1928-S 5C VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population: (14/1221). NGC Census: (6/757). CDN: $14 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF35. Mintage 6,936,...
$69
1928-S 5c PCGS VF30
$15
1928-S 5C MS67 NGC. ...
$16,200
1928-S 5c PCGS AU Details (Cleaned)
$85
1928-S 5C AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (5/673). PCGS Population (24/975). Mintage: 6,936,000. CDN Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/...
$119
1928-S 5C Buffalo Nickel -- 14% Ragged Clipped Planchet -- MS61 PCGS. ...
$164
1928-S 5C -- Cleaning -- PCGS Genuine. UNC Details. NGC Census: (1/563). PCGS Population (6/708). Mintage: 6,936,000. Numis...
$159
1928-S 5C XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (8/626). PCGS Population (13/839). Mintage: 6,936,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem fr...
$50
1928-S 5C MS62 ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 6,936,000....
$660
1928-S 5C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population: (82/1039). NGC Census: (39/694). CDN: $120 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU55. Mintage 6,93...
$119
1928-S 5C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population: (154/888). NGC Census: (88/603). CDN: $180 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 6,93...
$360
1928-S 5C MS66 NGC....
$6,300
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 1 Reverse, 1913 MS [Type]
Worth: $4 – $13,000
1913 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
Worth: $4 – $13,000
1913-D 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
Worth: $7 – $40,200
1913-S 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
Worth: $22 – $19,200
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 2 Reverse, 1913-1938 MS [Type]
Worth: $0 – $4,800
1913 5c Buffalo, Type 2 MS
Worth: $4 – $3,120
1913-D 5c Buffalo, Type 2 MS
Worth: $50 – $36,000
1913-S 5c Buffalo, Type 2 MS
Worth: $115 – $30,000
1914 5c MS
Worth: $6 – $4,020
1914/(3) 5c MS
Worth: $150 – $50,000
1914-D 5c MS
Worth: $35 – $21,600
1914-S 5c MS
Worth: $13 – $75,000
1915 5c MS
Worth: $2 – $9,600
1915-D 5c MS
Worth: $8 – $18,000
1915-S 5c MS
Worth: $18 – $50,000
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