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Where is the buffalo nickel condition or mint mark located?
A coin is not marked with its condition. Condition is an estimate of how worn a coin is. There are criteria for determining what constitutes various levels of wear, so that everyone is pretty much on the same page but it's still an subjective evaluation. Mint marks of course are small letters that tell you where it was struck. The mint mark on a buffalo nickel is located under the words FIVE CENTS: no mark - Philadelphia S - San Francisco D - Denver
How much ia 1936 buffalo nickel worth?
well honestly, i could tell you you could get $100 for it. But in truth its only worth however much someone is interested in paying for it. Right now my not be the best time to sell it with the economy being the way it is.
What's the value of an Indian head nickel with a buffalo on the back no year on it.?
Many Indian head nickels were struck with a raised date that wore off quickly. Without the date it's almost impossible to tell what year the coin was minted so these are classed as culls that sell for 15-20 cents as fillers or so-called "type coins".
What year is the Buffalo Head nickel without a date?
The date is worn off, so there's no non-destructive way to tell when it was minted. Buffalo nickels* had a design flaw that caused the date to wear off very quickly, but the Mint was never able to completely correct the problem. Dateless buffalo nickels usually sell for 15 to 25 cents as conversation pieces but have no other numismatic value. There are certain acid-containing products that can reveal parts of the date where the metal flowed under the coin's surface during testing. However these considered to be destructive methods and don't make the coin worth anything extra.
Is a nickel worth anything if it's old but doesn't have an S on it?
It could be but probably isn't. Without a specific date it's impossible to tell the value.
How do you tell the difference between brass and nickel?
Nickel is magnetic.
Do you have a type 1 or type 2 buffalo nickel?
Well, I have some of each! If OTOH your question means "How do you tell the difference between a Type 1 and Type 2", you can take a look at the images.
How can you tell the difference between an American buffalo and a European buffalo?
No difference. They just come from different places.
How can you tell if a buffalo nickel is silver?
Very simply: All Buffalo nickels, regardless of date, are made of a cupronickel alloy. None of them ever contained silver.
How do you tell how much an Indian head buffalo nickel is worth?
Value is determined by the coin's date, mint mark, and condition.
What will a buffalo nickel be worth in about 50 years?
That's like asking how much my house will be worth in 50 years -- there is no way to tell. All I can say is that if you have a buffalo nickel that is considered a common date now, then in 50 years it will still be considered to be a common date.
What is the value of an f series buffalo head nickel?
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".
How do you tell the difference between nickel and silver?
There are several ways to tell the difference between nickel and silver. Silver is much softer than nickel. However, nickel will shine with a cloth while silver needs special cleaners. Finally, silver is more reflective than nickel.
How do you tell the difference between sterling and nickel silver?
Nickel silver is an alloy of nickel, copper, and zinc, while sterling silver is an alloy of silver and copper. You can tell the difference between the two by looking for a marking such as "925," which indicates sterling silver's higher silver content compared to nickel silver. Sterling silver will also have a brighter appearance and may tarnish less than nickel silver.
How can you tell if a 1960 buffalo nickel is a proof?
Proof coins are specially made with polished dies and planchets, resulting in a mirror-like finish on both sides of the coin. To determine if a 1960 buffalo nickel is a proof, look for sharp details, an extra-shiny appearance, and no evidence of wear or circulation. It's also helpful to compare it to known examples of proof coins from that time period.
What can anyone tell me about my 1918 Buffalo Indian Head Nickel which is gold in color.?
You have to be more specific. Is a D, a D the the number 8 stamped over 7 in 1918 or is it an S? The nickel is made of 75% copper and 25% nickel. prices range from a dollar or so to over $30,000 dollars. it shouldn't be gold.
How do you tell if the Indian buffalo nickel is a s or p or d?
The mint mark on buffalo nickels is located on the reverse (tails) side, just below the words "FIVE CENTS." D is for Denver, S for San Francisco, and Philadelphia had no mint mark.
