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The coin was designed at the start of the 20th century, only about 20 years after the frontier had closed. Its designs were chosen to honor the heritage of our frontier and the Native Americans who lived there and the bison they depended on.

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What is on the back of a US buffalo nickel?

The buffalo is the back. The front is an Indian head.


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The coin you describe is referred to as an " Indian Head Nickel " or sometimes a " Buffalo Nickel ".


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