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The San Francisco Mint pumped out 2,105,000 examples of the 1913 Type 1 Buffalo nickel, depicting an American bison standing upon a mound. While 1913-S Type 1 Buffalo nickels may boast a decent seven-figure mintage, the issue has a relatively small number of survivors, with perhaps only 10,000 extant across all grades. Examples are tough across the grading spectrum, though perhaps 10% of known specimens are available in Gem Uncirculated grades or better. Presently, the highest-grading specimens come in at MS68, though PCGS has certified just two at this level. That means many registry set collectors clamor for the few dozen or so MS67 specimens that trade in the marketplace from time to time.
Obverse Description
James Earle Fraser's famous and simple design depicts a Native American chief with the word LIBERTY from 1-2 o'clock. The date is placed on the lower left of the chieftain's bust.
Reverse Description
A full portrait of the bison, Black Diamond, with the words UNITED STATES oF AMERICA at the top periphery with the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM just underneath. The denomination FIVE CENTS is spelled out at the bottom. For the Type 1, the denomination is embossed on raised ground.
Catalog Information
GSID:
3103
Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1913
Reverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, FIVE CENTS
Weight (gr):
5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.1608 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
21.2
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Buffalo, Type 1
Coin Date:
1913-S
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
2,105,000
Coinage Type:
Buffalo nickel
Coinage Years:
1913
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3917
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Coin Value History
1913-S 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
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1913-S 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$23,000 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $19,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG2 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG2 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 1 Reverse, 1913 MS [Type]
![Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 1 Reverse, 1913 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20220224/www_davidlawrence_com_product_2199064_-0.20220224083111332.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $7 – $16,000
1913 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
Worth: $7 – $16,000
1913-D 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
Worth: $13 – $40,200
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 2 Reverse, 1913-1938 MS [Type]
![Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 2 Reverse, 1913-1938 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/26d-3l-obv.jpeg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1 – $4,800
1913 5c Buffalo, Type 2 MS
Worth: $7 – $3,600
1913-D 5c Buffalo, Type 2 MS
Worth: $80 – $36,000
1913-S 5c Buffalo, Type 2 MS
Worth: $140 – $30,000
1914 5c MS
Worth: $12 – $4,020
1914/(3) 5c MS
Worth: $150 – $50,000
1914-D 5c MS
Worth: $70 – $21,600
1914-S 5c MS
Worth: $22 – $75,000
1915 5c MS
Worth: $4 – $9,600
1915-D 5c MS
Worth: $13 – $18,000
1915-S 5c MS
Worth: $38 – $50,000
1916 5c MS
Worth: $3 – $16,800
1913-S 5C Type One MS64 PCGS. CAC. Housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. CAC: 96 in 64, 181 finer (8/26). CDN: $4...
$915
1913-S 5C Type One MS66 PCGS. CAC. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. CAC: 85 in 66, 19 finer (6/26). CDN: $2,1...
$2,440
1913-S Buffalo Nickel. Type I. MS-63 (PCGS). CAC. OGH.
$415
1913-S 5C Type One MS67 NGC. ...
$2,562
1913-S 5C Type One MS65 PCGS. Fivaz Collection. CDN: $700 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 2,105,000. ...
$854
1913-S 5C Type One AU58 PCGS. CDN: $130 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 2,105,000. ...
$171
1913-S 5C Type One MS62 PCGS. CDN: $170 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mintage 2,105,000. ...
$183
1913-S 5C Type One MS61 ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 2,105,000. ...
$159
1913-S 5C Buffalo Nickel, Type One -- Reverse Lamination -- VG8 PCGS. PCGS Population: (15/3475 and 0/68+). Mintage 2,105...
$54
1913-S 5C Type One AU55 PCGS. Mintage 2,105,000. ...
$384
1913-S Buffalo Nickel. Type I. Unc Details--Spot Removed (PCGS).
$168
1913-S 5c NGC XF Details (Type 1 Cleaned)
$44
1913-S 5c PCGS AU Details (Type 1 Cleaned)
$83
1913-S 5C Type One AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (31/1579). PCGS Population: (52/2869). CDN: $76 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU53. Mint...
$84
1913-S 5c NGC VF30 (Type 1)
$65
1913-S 5c PCGS VF20 (Type 1)
$60
1913-S 5C Type One MS68 NGC. ...
$11,400
1913-S 5c NGC F12 (Type 1)
$50
1913-S 5C Type One XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population: (61/2807). NGC Census: (30/1517). CDN: $60 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/P...
$74
1913-S 5C Type One, VF35 PCGS, and a 1914-S 5C VF35 PCGS. ... (Total: 2 coins)
$129
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