While Indian Head nickels with an S mintmark are generally worth more, that's not the always case. Generally the reason why they're worth more is because they have lower mintage amounts.
The 1935 Indian Head nickel graded as MS-60 is valued at $19.00. The F you see is the monogram of the designer James Earle Fraser, not a mintmark. The mintmark is on the reverse under FIVE cents.
1937-D is a very common date/mintmark of this series, circulated coins in average condition are $1.00-$3.00 retail.
The 'E' you see is actually a 'F' and it's not a mintmark, it's the designers initial (Fraser) mintmarks are on the reverse of all Indian head nickels. A 1930 nickel in average collectible condition is $1.00-$3.00
The last Buffalo nickel was made in 1938. A 1942 dated Jefferson that has a large mintmark on the reverse is 35% silver and worth about $1.00. If it does not have the large mintmark just spend it.
The last Buffalo nickel was made in 1938. A 1942 dated Jefferson that has a large mintmark on the reverse is 35% silver and worth about $1.00. If it does not have the large mintmark just spend it.
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".
Nickel is 5 cents
The Indian head Buffalo nickel missing a date is usually considered a damaged coin, and its value can be lower than a typical Buffalo nickel. The worth would depend on other factors like condition, mintmark, and any identifiable features on the coin. Consult with a professional coin dealer or appraiser for an accurate assessment.
1930 is a relatively common date for buffalo nickels -- in average circulated condition it's worth 50-75 cents. A buffalo nickel with the date worn off is worth less than 10 cents.
June 30 2011>> Look on the back of the coin below the words "five cents" for a mintmark. It may be blank or it might have a D or S. No mintmark. Very worn- $0.97. Moderately worn- $1.95/ lightly worn- $5.00 "D" mintmark- $0.97/$1.95/$7.00 "S"Mintmark $0.97/$1.95/$7.00
For Buffalo nickels the 1936 Philadelphia issue (no mintmark) is the highest mintage of all. Most coins show heavy to medium wear and are value at $1.00-$3.00 retail.
It depends on the year and condition.