Type Collecting by President
William Howard Taft 1909-1913

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Coin Details

Origin/Country: United States
Design Description: FIVE-CENT PIECES - BUFFALO
Item Description: 5C 1913 TYPE 1
Full Grade: NGC MS 68
Owner: BlakeEik

Set Details

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NGC US Coin Census for Buffalo Five Cents (1913-1938)

Owner Comments:

The amazing Indian Head nickel, aka Buffalo nickel, was a radical change from all previous US coins honoring the American Indian and Buffalo. The impressive designs were chosen as part of the coin beautification initiative but not universally popular at the time. The first type with the "Buffalo on mound" was replaced during its inaugural year because it was noticed that date and the denomination were most affected by wear. Thus these Type 1 nickels are more rare and a favorite with collectors. The obverse and reverse designs live on as they were both adapted to the 1 oz fine gold bullion coin.

This top example has light toning, and smooth surfaces, but the luster separates it from the 67's.

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