This famous design is called either a buffalo nickel or an Indian head nickel; both names are about equally common.
Look under the words FIVE CENTS to see if there's a small D or S mint mark letter. It may be blank, indicating the coin was made in Philadelphia. Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 08/2009:
No mint mark:
Very worn condition - $5
Moderately worn - $7
Slightly worn - $10
Almost no wear - $30
Uncirculated - $60+
"D" mint mark:
Very worn condition - $17
Moderately worn - $48
Slightly worn - $75
Almost no wear - $200
Uncirculated - $390+
"S" mint mark:
Very worn condition - $21
Moderately worn - $70
Slightly worn - $115
Almost no wear - $260
Uncirculated - $390+
This famous design is called either a buffalo nickel or an Indian head nickel; both names are about equally common. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1917 US nickel?" for more information.
The value will vary depending on condition 1917......................................... $9 1917 D..................................... $70 1917 S..................................... $95
$8 to $30,000 depending upon the condition of the coin.
It's the usual practice of this site to answer a single question at a time. Please see:"What is the value of a 1940 US nickel?""What is the value of a 1942 US nickel?""What is the value of a 1944 US nickel?"
As of 16 Feb 2018, the melt value of one US nickel is 4.4 cents.
This design is called either a buffalo nickel or an Indian head nickel; both names are about equally common. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1919 US nickel?" for more information.
The US nickel was first issued in 1866. Please double-check your coin.
5 cents.
A 1957 nickel is worth face value only, unless it's uncirculated or a proof coin.
In average condition, both coins are only worth their face value.
This famous design is called either a buffalo nickel or an Indian head nickel; both names are about equally common. Please see the Related Question for more information.
.750 copper & .250 nickel