Assuming it's in circulated condition, 5 cents. 391,308,000 were struck at Philadelphia (no mint mark) and 313,092,780 were made in Denver ("D") so they're not scarce and still show up in change somewhat often.
As of 05/2010 a nice uncirculated one might sell for 35¢ to $2 depending on quality. Absolutely top-grade specimens (MS66) can bring as much as $30, however.
Found in change - 5¢
Uncirculated and in its mint set package - 25¢
Proof, with an S mint mark and in its proof set package: 30¢
This famous design is also frequently called an Indian head nickel. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1920 US nickel?" for more information.
The coin is called an Indian head nickel or a buffalo nickel, not a "buffalo head". It shows the entire buffalo, not just its head. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1920 US nickel?" for more information.
The "f" is not a mintmark but rather an initial. With out a date it is impossible to tell the value of your coin. Most buffalo or Indian head nickels aren't worth much. Post a new question and structure it like this to ensure an answer- "What is the value of a <date> US nickel" or " What is a <date> US nickel worth".
value of a 1978 corvett
The US has never minted a nickel with a bull (i.e. male cow) on it. You're almost certainly thinking of a buffalonickel.If your coin is so worn that its date isn't visible, it's called a "cull" and is only worth 10 cents or so. If it has a date, please see the question "What is the value of a US nickel?" for detailed information.
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.
Circulation 1971-1978 Eisenhower dollars were made of copper-nickel and not silver. If it has a copper-colored edge it's only worth face value. A proof coin or part-silver special issue will be worth more.
All 1978 halves were made of copper-nickel, as are all circulating half dollars minted since 1971. Please see the Related Question 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.
11-8-11>> The current value of a 1978 US proof set is $9.
All 1978 Eisenhower dollars were struck in copper-nickel, not silver, and are worth only face value to maybe $1.10 depending on its condition. A nice uncirculated one might bring $3 to $8 depending on quality, while a proof (1978-S) would retail for $9 to $15.
Average current retail value is $5.00