1937 Buffalo Nickel Collection - 9 Coins (8 Philadelphia, 1 Denver) 
- Sold Winning Bid: $70.00
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- High Bidder: 277764
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1937 Buffalo Nickel Collection - 9 Coins (8 Philadelphia, 1 Denver)
Overview: Presenting a captivating collection of Buffalo Nickels from 1937, comprising eight pieces from the Philadelphia Mint and one rare find from the Denver Mint. These coins are a testament to the rich history and artistry of early 20th-century American coinage.
Details:
- Quantity: 9 Buffalo Nickels
- Mintage Years: 1937
- Mint Marks: 8 from Philadelphia (no mint mark), 1 from Denver (marked 'D')
- Composition: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
- Diameter: 21.21 mm
- Weight: 5.000 g
- Edge: Plain
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Design:
- Obverse: Features the iconic right-profile of a Native American, a composite design based on Iron Tail, Two Moons, and other figures, created by the renowned sculptor James Earle Fraser.
- Reverse: Showcases an American Bison, symbolizing the American West's natural heritage, also designed by Fraser.
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Historical Significance: The Buffalo Nickel, or Indian Head Nickel, was struck by the United States Mint from 1913 to 1938. Part of an initiative to beautify American coinage, the Buffalo Nickel replaced Charles E. Barber's Liberty Head design. Despite challenges in its production and eventual replacement by the Jefferson Nickel, the Buffalo Nickel remains a celebrated piece for collectors, known for its embodiment of American history and culture.
U.S. MINT SPECIFICATIONS
Denomination: $0.05
Obverse Image: Profile Of An American Indian.
Reverse Image: American Bison, Or Buffalo.
Metal Composition: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Total Weight: 5.00 Grams
Comments: Dates On Buffalo Nickels Are Easily Worn Away When Used In Circulation. The Mint Tried Unsuccessfully To Adjust The Design. In 1938, After The Minimum 25-year Period Had Expired (without Congressional Intervention), It Was Replaced By The Jefferson Nickel.
Condition:
As Shown, Actual Photos
Size:
9 Nickels
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