1936 Buffalo Nickel
# CN-936 - 1936 Buffalo Nickel
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About Uncirculated
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Own Your Buffalo Nickel –
A Popular American Coin That’s Hard to Find
The Buffalo or Indian Head Nickel is a key part of any coin collection. It features truly American themes and is an example of the artistry of older US coins. This nickel, made of 75% copper and 25% nickel, was produced between 1913 and 1938.
In 1911, plans began to produce a nickel with a new design. Sculptor James Fraser submitted a design featuring a Native American on one side and an American Bison on the other. His concept for a new 5-cent coin was accepted.
The Native American on the obverse of the coin was not patterned after a single person, but instead had features of different tribes. It was meant to represent the culture of the American Indian rather than a specific tribe. The artwork was praised for its detail, especially the texture on the hair and feathers.
The reverse side displays the strength of the American Bison, often called the Buffalo. The noble animal stands on a hill. His shaggy fur can easily be seen.
After production began on the new nickel, it was discovered the dies were wearing out much faster than the previous Liberty Head nickels. Changes were made to the design, including replacing the hill with flat ground. Later, the word “LIBERTY” was also altered slightly to make it more distinct. Unfortunately, these alterations didn’t improve the wear of the nickels significantly.
Though the Indian Head or Buffalo Nickel was esteemed for its artistry, it was also criticized because it was difficult to strike clearly and the image wore away easily. In 1938, this iconic coin was replaced with the Jefferson nickel. Fraser’s buffalo design was used again in 2001 for a commemorate silver dollar.
Year Issued: 1936
Face Value: $0.05
Mintage: 24,814,000
Isn’t it time to add this coin, produced at the Philadelphia Mint, to your collection? Because it was produced many decades ago, few of these Buffalo Nickels remain. Here is your chance to add one of these much-loved coins to your collection. Order yours today.
Own Your Buffalo Nickel –
A Popular American Coin That’s Hard to Find
The Buffalo or Indian Head Nickel is a key part of any coin collection. It features truly American themes and is an example of the artistry of older US coins. This nickel, made of 75% copper and 25% nickel, was produced between 1913 and 1938.
In 1911, plans began to produce a nickel with a new design. Sculptor James Fraser submitted a design featuring a Native American on one side and an American Bison on the other. His concept for a new 5-cent coin was accepted.
The Native American on the obverse of the coin was not patterned after a single person, but instead had features of different tribes. It was meant to represent the culture of the American Indian rather than a specific tribe. The artwork was praised for its detail, especially the texture on the hair and feathers.
The reverse side displays the strength of the American Bison, often called the Buffalo. The noble animal stands on a hill. His shaggy fur can easily be seen.
After production began on the new nickel, it was discovered the dies were wearing out much faster than the previous Liberty Head nickels. Changes were made to the design, including replacing the hill with flat ground. Later, the word “LIBERTY” was also altered slightly to make it more distinct. Unfortunately, these alterations didn’t improve the wear of the nickels significantly.
Though the Indian Head or Buffalo Nickel was esteemed for its artistry, it was also criticized because it was difficult to strike clearly and the image wore away easily. In 1938, this iconic coin was replaced with the Jefferson nickel. Fraser’s buffalo design was used again in 2001 for a commemorate silver dollar.
Year Issued: 1936
Face Value: $0.05
Mintage: 24,814,000
Isn’t it time to add this coin, produced at the Philadelphia Mint, to your collection? Because it was produced many decades ago, few of these Buffalo Nickels remain. Here is your chance to add one of these much-loved coins to your collection. Order yours today.