1913 (S) Buffalo Nickel - Type 2
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$49,938 MS67 02-22-2013 Stack's Bowers
Description
Part of the Buffalo Nickels 1913-1938 series, the 1913 (S) Buffalo Nickel - Type 2 is a nickel from the San Francisco Mint. With a mintage of 1.2 million, this is a scarce issue — the lowest mintage among 6 mint variants, representing only 2% of total production. The obverse features a composite Native American portrait combining features of three real tribal chiefs — Iron Tail (Lakota), Two Moons (Cheyenne), and John Big Tree (Seneca) and the reverse displays an American bison (often called Black Diamond after the famous bison at the Bronx Zoo) standing on a mound. First year, with two types: Type I (bison on a mound) and Type II (bison on a flat plain with recessed denomination). Coined at the San Francisco Mint, which transitioned from Gold Rush-era production to its modern role producing proof and collector issues. Estimated market value ranges from $289 to $1.5K depending on grade and condition. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #3923.
External References
Error Varieties(2)
1913-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1913-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001
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