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The 1923 Philadelphia issue is has a mintage of 35, 715,000 pieces, and this would seem to suggest this is a relatively common coin. In the general sense it is fairly common in circulated grades, but in uncirculated grades and particularly Gem grades it is quite scarce. Fewer than 50 have been graded by either PCGS or NGC in MS67 or higher. Most examples show sharp strike and good color, which is typical for Philadelphia-minted specimens from this period.
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 a flat surface.
Catalog Information
GSID:
3087
Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1923
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
Coin Date:
1923
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
35,715,000
Coinage Type:
Buffalo nickel
Coinage Years:
1913-1938
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3949
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Coin Value History
1923 5c MS
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1923 5c MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$15,000 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $12,000 | $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 |
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
1913-S 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
Worth: $16 – $19,200
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
1923 5C MS67 PCGS. ...
$2,928
1923 5C MS66 PCGS. CDN: $800 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 35,715,000. ...
$824
1923 Buffalo Nickel. MS-64 (PCGS).
$561
1923 5C MS65 PCGS. CDN: $440 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 35,715,000. ...
$537
1923 5C MS62 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. PCGS Population: 92 in 62, 1808 finer (4/26). CDN: $85 W...
$195
1923 5C MS63 NGC. Mintage 35,715,000. ...
$139
1923 5C AU58 CACG. Mintage 35,715,000. ...
$59
1923 Buffalo Nickel. Unc Details--Scratch (PCGS).
$72
(1923) 5C Buffalo Nickel -- Struck 30% Off Center -- XF45 NGC....
$504
1923 5C Buffalo Nickel -- Split After Strike -- VG10 PCGS. ...
$77
1923 5C --Obverse Scratched--NCS. UNC Details. NGC Census: (0/687). PCGS Population (8/1077). Mintage: 35,715,000. Numismedi...
$45
1923 5C AU55 ANACS. NGC Census: (1/719). PCGS Population (8/1131). Mintage: 35,715,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS ...
$75
1923 5C --Environmental Damage--ANACS. Genuine. NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage: 35,715,000. (#3949)...
$80
1923 5C AU53 ANACS. ...
$37
Multiple Coin Lot...
$198
1923 5C MS67 NGC. ...
$2,806
1923 5C MS66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: 70 in 66 (5 in 66+, 1 in 66?), 20 finer. CAC: 60 in 66, 7 finer (12/25). CDN: $750 Whsl...
$1,068
1923 5C MS64 PCGS. CDN: $210 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 35,715,000. ...
$281
1923 5C MS65 NGC. Housed in a Generation 4.0 fatty holder. CDN: $385 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 35,715,000....
$512
1923 5C MS62 PCGS. CAC. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. ...
$139
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