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Look on the back of the coin to see if there's a small mint mark letter below the words FIVE CENTS. It may be blank or there may be a D or S. (The F on the front of the coin is the designer's monogram and not a mint mark.)
Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 02/2015:
No mint mark (Philadelphia):
Very worn condition - $8
Moderately worn - $14
Slightly worn - $16
Almost no wear - $26
Uncirculated - $36 to $4,590 depending on quality
"D" mint mark (Denver):
Very worn - $85
Moderately worn - $132
Slightly worn - $150
Almost no wear - $227
Uncirculated - $265 to $23,440
"S" mint mark (San Francisco):
Very worn - $240
Moderately worn - $360
Slightly worn - $420
Almost no wear - $638
Uncirculated - $850 to $22,190
The term Type II (or Type 2) is used to describe a modification that was made to the original design that showed the buffalo standing on a raised mound. The mound design was difficult to strike, resulting in increased die breakage, and had other flaws that caused the date and denomination to wear off quickly.
Despite multiple efforts by the coin's artists and the Mint's technicians they were never able to completely fix the problem, which explains why it's common to find "dateless" buffalo nickels.
DISCLAIMER: The retail values quoted are the best available as of the date shown, but may vary due to market fluctuations. Also the wholesale (buying) price of a coin will be less than the selling (retail) price. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
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What is the value of a 1913 buffalo nickel with no date?
1913 is the only dateless buffalo nickel whose minting year can be determined IF it has a Type I reverse (with the buffalo standing on a mound). Unfortunately if it's that worn it's still mostly considered to be a cull and might bring only 25 cents in a dealer's "grab box."
What is the value of a 1913 indian head nickel s?
Because the 1913-S Buffalo nickel has 2 distinct varieties, the values are very different. Take the coin to a collector or dealer because values in the low grade of G-4 for the type I is $40.00 but the value is $300.00 for the type II.
What is the value of a 1913 nickel?
1913 was the first year of issue for the Buffalo nickel. It was struck at all 3 Mints, with 2 different reverses, so 6 different Buffalo nickels exist all dated 1913. The values are very different. Depending on type and mintmark, values run from $30.00 to more the $300.00. So the best thing to do is take it to a coin dealer for a better idea of the value.
Value of 1913 buffalo nickel type 1?
It depends on its mint mark (under the words FIVE CENTS) and condition. You can get a range of prices at a site such as the one below.
What is the difference between a Type 1 and Type 2 1913 buffalo nickel?
A Type 1 Buffalo Nickel has the words "FIVE CENTS" raised on a mound at the bottom of the reverse side, while a Type 2 Buffalo Nickel has the words "FIVE CENTS" recessed below the mound. This change was made to address issues with the coins wearing down quickly in circulation.
Value of An Indian Head Nickel?
There are many factors that go into determining the value of your coins. First of all you must understand how the coin market works. If the coin dealer runs out of 1913 Type 1 Buffalo Nickels, he cannot just call the mint and order more of them because the mint does not make coins dated 1913 anymore. The coin dealer must replenish his supply by buying coins from other dealers or from people that come into his coin shop. What he pays you for that coin is known as the "wholesale" or "value"." If you want to buy that 1913 Type 1 Buffalo Nickel from the coin dealer, that is known as the "retail price" or "price"BASICALLY, IT DEPENDS ON THE YEAR OF THE INDIAN HEAD NICKEL
What is the value of a 1913 Buffalo Head nickel?
There's no coin called a "buffalo head" nickel. They're either Indian head or buffalo. After all, they show the whole animal!The combination of 3 different mints and 2 distinct varieties make 6 different Buffalo nickels dated 1913 and the values are very different. Take the coin to a collector or dealer because values in the low grade of G-4 run from $8.00 to more than $300.00 depending on which type it is.
What is the value of a 1913 buffalo nickel?
This coin is also commonly called an Indian Head nickel. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1913 US nickel?" for more information.The combination of 3 different mints and 2 distinct varieties make 6 different Buffalo nickels dated 1913 and the values are very different. Take the coin to a collector or dealer because values in the low grade of G-4 run from $8.00 to more than $300.00 depending on which type it is.Common questions:> Is the coin silver? No, only 1942-1945 nickels contain silver. All others are copper and nickel.
1913-s type 2 buffalo nickelworth in good condition?
Current retail value is $288.00
What is a 1819 buffalo nickel worth?
Please check again and post a new question. Buffalo nickels were minted from 1913 to 1938. In fact, the first nickels weren't issued until 1866 so an 1819 nickel of any type isn't possible.
How much is your 1913D buffalo nickel worth?
The 1913-D Buffalo nickel has two distinct varieties, the first type shows the buffalo on a mound, and the second type has it on flat ground and values are very different. Assuming the coin is circulated, the type 1 has retail values that run from $14.00-$60.00. The type 2 has values of $90.00-$258.00. The coin needs to be seen and graded for an accurate assessment. Values are a market average and only for coins in collectible condition, coins that are bent, corroded, scratched or have been cleaned have far less value if any to a collector or dealer
1913 buffalo nickel worth?
There are 6 different Indian Head nickels dated 1913. The type (1 or 2) and mintmark are needed for an accurate assessment because values for the coin in the low grade of G-4 are $5.00-$300.00 depending on the type and mintmark of the coin. Please post new question
