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When the US Mint resumed the production of proof coins in 1936, the first Buffalo nickels of that proof series were struck with a satin finish similar to the matte proofs of a generation earlier. This did not prove popular with collectors, and the satin finish was quickly terminated in favor of a brilliant proof finish, and some collectors categorically refer to the satin proofs as Type 1 proofs while the Brilliant proofs are dubbed Type 2. About 2,000 are estimated to exist, with most encountered in the PR64-67 range. Several dozen have been certified as PR68, and PCGS has graded two as PR69.
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:
3155
Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1936
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:
Proof
Diameter:
21.2
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Satin Finish
Coin Date:
1936
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
4,420
Coinage Type:
Buffalo nickel
Coinage Years:
1913-1938
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3994
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1936 5c Satin Finish PR
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$7,500 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $5,750 | $1,234 |
| PR67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 1 Reverse, Matte Finish, 1913 PR [Type]
![Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 1 Reverse, Matte Finish, 1913 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/ha_com_1316_3029-0.20200624004100369.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $650 – $90,000
1913 5c Buffalo, Matte Finish, Type 1 PR
Worth: $650 – $90,000
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 2 Reverse, Matte Finish, 1913-1916 PR [Type]
![Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 2 Reverse, Matte Finish, 1913-1916 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/408xxx/b38ed5b4-ab8a-41bd-befa-a7a0334ea03a.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $500 – $17,500
1913 5c Buffalo, Matte Finish, Type 2 PR
Worth: $550 – $17,500
1914 5c Matte Finish PR
Worth: $500 – $18,000
1915 5c Matte Finish PR
Worth: $600 – $225,000
1916 5c Matte Finish PR
Worth: $650 – $30,000
1927 5c Special Strike SP
Worth: $65,000 – $78,000
Buffalo Nickel 5c Satin Finish, 1936 PR [Type]
![Buffalo Nickel 5c Satin Finish, 1936 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/133xxx/378d7780-d431-4a0e-b08b-8178656221b7.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $600 – $6,000
Buffalo Nickel 5c Brilliant Finish, 1936-1937 PR [Type]
![Buffalo Nickel 5c Brilliant Finish, 1936-1937 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/BuffPR.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $660 – $18,000
1936 5c Brilliant Finish PR
Worth: $735 – $8,000
1937 5c PR
Worth: $700 – $18,000
1936 5C Type One -- Satin Finish PR67 PCGS. CAC. CAC: 147 in 67, 22 finer (5/26). CDN: $1,750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR6...
$2,196
1936 5C Type One -- Satin Finish PR68 PCGS. ...
$6,405
1936 5C Type One -- Satin Finish PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: 8 in 62, 1132 finer (4/26). CDN: $750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS...
$854
1936 5C Type One, Satin Finish, PR65 PCGS. Gold CAC. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. Gold CAC: 5 in 65, 3 fi...
$2,318
1936 5C Type One -- Satin Finish PR66 PCGS. CDN: $1,250 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 4,420. ...
$1,708
1936 Buffalo Nickel. Satin. Proof-64 (PCGS).
$900
1936 Buffalo Nickel. Satin Proof. Unc Details--Environmental Damage (PCGS).
$750
1936 5C Type One -- Satin Finish PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (19/599). PCGS Population: (29/973). CDN: $800 Whsle. Bid for proble...
$650
1936 Buffalo Nickel. Satin Proof-61 (PCGS).
$764
1936 5C Type One--Satin Finish Corroded--NCS. Proof. NGC Census: (0/1114). PCGS Population (0/788). Mintage: 4,420. Numisme...
$632
1936 5C Type One--Satin Finish--Altered Surfaces--ANACS. ...
$748
1936 Buffalo Nickel. Satin. Proof-67 (PCGS). CAC. OGH.
$4,148
1936 Buffalo Nickel. Satin. Proof-68 (PCGS).
$4,880
1936 5C Type One -- Satin Finish PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (8/1005 and 0/49+). NGC Census: (2/615 and 0/7+). CDN: $750 Wh...
$750
1936 5C Type One -- Satin Finish PR65 PCGS. Gold CAC. CAC Population: (41/258). Mintage 4,420....
$2,220
1936 5C Type One -- Satin Finish PR66 NGC. CDN: $1,250 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 4,420. ...
$1,190
1936 5C Type One -- Satin Finish PR64 PCGS. Mintage 4,420....
$1,020
1936 Buffalo Nickel. Satin Proof. Unc Details--Polished (PCGS).
$676
1936 5C Type One--Satin Finish PR63 NGC. After a long intermission of two decades, satin proof cents and nickels were prod...
$1,265
1936 5C Type One--Satin Finish PR61 PCGS. ...
$771
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