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The Buffalo nickel reverse design was significantly overhauled later in 1913 to recess the words FIVE CENTS under a line on which the American bison stands. The Type 2 design also saw the proof mintage during its first year of production. The 1913 Type 2 proofs, as with the Type 1, were struck with a matte finish that is distinctive from business strikes with a satiny finish, crisp details, and squared-off rims.
Production of the matte proof Buffalo nickels didn’t last very long, with all regular proof production spanning only until 1916. After that, the US Mint wouldn’t strike proofs on a regular basis again until two decades later. Interestingly, the matte proof Buffalo nickels seem to have suffered a rather high attrition rate. This is perhaps because many collectors didn’t like the matte proof pieces which, at first glance, seem little different than a really nice business strike. Many matte proof Buffalo nickels ended up being used as regular money and, after a high degree of surface wear, became indistinguishable from ordinary Buffalo nickels.
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:
72363
Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, [Date]
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:
Type 2 Reverse
Variety 2:
Matte Finish, 1913-1916
Coin Date:
Buffalo Nickel
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Buffalo nickel
Coinage Years:
1913-1938
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3989
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Coin Value History
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 2 Reverse, Matte Finish, 1913-1916 PR [Type]
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Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 2 Reverse, Matte Finish, 1913-1916 PR [Type]
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$21,000 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $16,500 | $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 |
1913 5C Type Two PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population: 77 in 64, 372 finer (12/25). CDN: $1,100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintag...
$1,342
1913 5C Type Two PR65 PCGS. CDN: $1,450 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 1,514. ...
$1,952
1914 5C PR66 PCGS. CDN: $1,900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 1,275. ...
$2,440
1914 5C PR67 NGC....
$4,440
1913 5C Type Two PR68 NGC....
$7,800
1915 5C PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (22/324). Mintage 1,050. ...
$870
1915 5C PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (3/346). PCGS Population: (3/478). CDN: $750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 1,050. ...
$720
1915 5C PR61 NGC. NGC Census: (2/332). PCGS Population (0/387). Mintage: 1,050. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/...
$632
1915 5C PR69 NGC. NGC and PCGS combined have certified ...
$52,900
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
1913 5C Type Two PR65 PCGS. CDN: $1,450 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 1,514. ...
$1,586
1915 5C PR66 PCGS. CDN: $2,250 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 1,050. ...
$2,440
1915 5C PR67 PCGS. CAC....
$4,800
1915 5C PR68 NGC....
$9,900
1915 5c NGC Proof 63
$1,150
$825
1915 5C PR64 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. PCGS Population: 84 in 64, 427 finer (11/25). CDN: $1,300...
$1,380
1915 5C PR65+ CACG. Mintage 1,050. ...
$2,440
1915 5C PR66 NGC. NGC Census: 96 in 66 (3 in 66+), 53 finer (11/25). CDN: $2,250 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 1,05...
$2,379
1916 5C PR67 PCGS. CAC....
$9,900
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
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
1916 5c Matte Finish PR
Worth: $650 – $30,000
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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