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The 1913 Type 2 Buffalo nickel from the Philadelphia Mint was among the very first issues in the series to depict the American bison on the reverse of the coin standing upon a line rather than a mound, as seen on the Type 1 examples. With a mintage of 29,857,186 pieces, about as many 1913 Type 2 nickels were struck at the Philly Mint as there were Type 1, though the Type 2 is perhaps a bit scarcer in grades of MS66 and higher. At present, MS67 is the highest grade awarded to any specimen, and only a few dozen or so examples make the cut at the level.
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:
3078
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 2
Coin Date:
1913
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
29,857,186
Coinage Type:
Buffalo nickel
Coinage Years:
1913-1938
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3921
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Coin Value History
1913 5c Buffalo, Type 2 MS
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1913 5c Buffalo, Type 2 MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$4,500 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $3,750 | $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-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 Buffalo Nickel. Type II. MS-65 (PCGS).
$366
1913 5C Type Two MS64 PCGS. CDN: $170 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 29,858,700. ...
$232
1913 5C Type Two MS67 PCGS. ...
$2,684
1913 5C Type Two MS66 PCGS. CAC. CAC: 88 in 66, 21 finer (6/26). CDN: $960 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 29,858,7...
$1,007
1913 5C Type Two MS63 PCGS. CDN: $52 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 29,858,700. ...
$99
Undated 5C Buffalo Nickel, Type Two -- Struck 20% Off Center -- AU58 PCGS. ...
$660
1913 5C Type Two MS62 CACG. Mintage 29,858,700. ...
$69
Buffalo Nickel -- Struck 60% Off Center -- XF40 PCGS. ...
$504
1913 5c PCGS AU55 (Type 2)
$40
No Date Buffalo Nickel -- Struck on a Cent Planchet -- AG3 PCGS. ...
$1,762
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS61 ANACS. (FS-014.8). NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage:...
$540
Undated 5C Buffalo Nickel -- 18% Clipped Planchet -- AU53 PCGS. ...
$129
1913 5C Type Two VF30 NGC. NGC Census: (1/1811). PCGS Population (3/2713). Mintage: 29,858,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for p...
$90
Undated 5C Buffalo Nickel -- Blank Planchet -- NGC. 5.0g....
$258
1913 5C Type Two XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/2547). NGC Census: (5/1708). Mintage: 29,858,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for ...
$34
1913 5C Type Two AU50 NGC. NGC Census: (4/1636). PCGS Population (9/2469). Mintage: 29,858,700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for p...
$34
1913 5C Type Two--Corroded--ANACS. MS60 Details. VAR 2. NGC Census: (1/1353). PCGS Population (7/2139). Mintage: 29,858,700...
$59
1913-S 5C Type Two--Altered Surfaces--ICG. VG10 Details. (#3921)...
$150
No Date 5C Buffalo Nickel--On Split Planchet--VG8 ANACS. ...
$60
Undated 5C Type Two Buffalo Nickel--Off Center, Scratched--ANACS. Fine 12 Details. Struck 15% off center toward 7 o'clock, ...
$115
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