Why are Buffalo nickels called Indian Head nickels?

Buffalo nickels are sometimes known as Indian Head nickels due to the composite portrait of an American Indian chief found on the coin's obverse. This iconic design also appears on modern gold bullion coins called American Gold Buffalos. The Gold Buffalo has been issued by the U.S. Mint each year since 2006.

How much is a buffalo nickel worth?

It is estimated that millions of Buffalo nickels are “dateless,” increasing the value of those with legible dates. However, the year alone does not determine a Buffalo nickel's relative value. Several circumstances factor in, including the quality of the coin, among others. The Buffalo nickel’s value largely lies in whether or not it has a date.

When did Buffalo nickels come out?

Buffalo nickels were struck from 1913 through 1938. They are among the most popular 20th-century United States coins around. The coin depicts a Native American chief on the obverse and an American bison (or "buffalo") on the reverse. This five-cent coin is beloved for its classic Old West imagery. 1913 Type I (Mound) Buffalo nickel.