Should you buy a year set of Buffalo nickels?

A collector may seek one example from each year, regardless of mintmark. This is in lieu of chasing after each date-and-mintmark combination. You can build a set of Buffalo nickels spanning the entire series run without breaking the bank. A year set can help a collector avoid virtually all of the expensive semi-key and key dates.

How much does a buffalo nickel cost?

At least $500 and $575, respectively, in Good condition. Prices increase if the coins are in higher grades (less wear). To find more Buffalo nickel prices, check out the Professional Coin Grading Service price chart. What About The Values Of Other Buffalo Nickels?

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.