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The 1914-S Buffalo nickel is a relatively tough semi-key coin, though it is not nearly as scarce today as its 1914-D counterpart. This fact may strike some numismatists as something of a paradox, as 3,470,000 examples were struck — lower than the 1914-D mintage of more than 3.9 million. However, more specimens were saved, and it is certainly easier to locate in circulated grades. Conversely, it is often more challenging to find 1914-S Buffalo nickels in Gem Uncirculated levels than its Denver-minted sibling.
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:
3107
Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1914
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:
1914-S
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
3,470,000
Coinage Type:
Buffalo nickel
Coinage Years:
1913-1938
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3926
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1914-S 5c MS
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1914-S 5c MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$90,000 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $72,000 | $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
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
1914-S 5C MS64 NGC. CAC. Housed in a Generation 4 fatty holder. CAC: 51 in 64, 66 finer (7/26). CDN: $864 Whsle. Bid for ...
$1,129
1914-S 5C MS65 PCGS. CAC. ...
$2,928
1914-S 5C MS66 PCGS. ...
$5,734
1914-S Buffalo Nickel. MS-63 (PCGS).
$671
1914-S 5C AU58 PCGS. CDN: $225 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 3,470,000. ...
$293
1914-S 5C XF45 PCGS. CDN: $95 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS XF45. Mintage 3,470,000. ...
$104
1914-S Buffalo Nickel. MS-62 (PCGS).
$288
1914-S 5C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: 83 in 53, 2326 finer (2/26). CDN: $130 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU53. Mintage 3,470,0...
$195
1914-S 5C AU55 PCGS. CDN: $145 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU55. Mintage 3,470,000. ...
$177
1914-S 5C VF35 NGC. NGC Census: 20 in 35, 1725 finer (12/25). CDN: $60 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF35. Mintage 3,470,000. ...
$94
1914-S 5C AU50 ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 3,470,000. ...
$119
1914-S 5C MS67 PCGS....
$33,600
1914-S 5C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (58/1088). Mintage 3,470,000. ...
$456
1914-S 5C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population: (82/2354). NGC Census: (40/1506). CDN: $73 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS XF40. Mintage 3,47...
$95
1914-S Buffalo Nickel. Unc Details--Cleaned (NGC).
$264
1914-S 5c PCGS VF25
$85
1914-S 5c PCGS VF30
$70
1914-S 5C -- Cleaned -- NGC Details. Unc. NGC Census: (2/1070). PCGS Population: (6/1427). CDN: $155 Whsle. Bid for problem...
$204
1914-S 5C Fine 15 PCGS. PCGS Population (13/1665). NGC Census: (5/1281). Mintage: 3,470,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for prob...
$34
1914-S 5C --Damaged, Scratched--ANACS. VG8 Details. NGC Census: (2/1062). PCGS Population (0/1306). Mintage: 3,470,000. Numi...
$17
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