Buffalo Nickel (Indian Head Nickel)

Brief Description

The obverse features a profile of a Native American man with a braided hairstyle and feathers. The coin has a distinct copper-red patina and appears worn, which is common for this series as the date was often the first part to wear away.

Historical Significance

Designed by James Earle Fraser, this coin was part of a movement to beautify American coinage. It is celebrated for its uniquely American motifs, featuring a composite portrait of three different Native American chiefs and an American bison on the reverse.

Estimated Value

$0.50 - $5.00 (Common date/Heavily worn)

Care Instructions

Store in a PVC-free coin flip or holder to prevent further oxidation. Do not clean or polish the coin, as chemical cleaning can drastically reduce its numismatic value by stripping the original surface and patina.

Created At: 2026-02-21T15:20:09.188132