Whitman Expo
Demand for early copper and Colonial-era numismatic treasures drives strong results in Heritage Auctions' July 13 Early Copper & Colonial U.S. Coins Showcase Auction
Thank you to our sponsors!
Go check them out!
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:
326579
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, DDO
Variety 2:
FS-1101
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 #:
395052
Subscribe to View
View more data, info, and visualizations. Get access to retail and wholesale pricing as well as auction data.
Coin Value History
1913 5c Buffalo, Type 2, DDO, FS-1101 MS
Value By Grade
1913 5c Buffalo, Type 2, DDO, FS-1101 MS
CPG (retail) values
Currency
Grade Range
Grading Authority
Sort by
Pricing
Values
Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$3,750 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $3,100 | $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 |
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, DDO-001, FS-1101, MS65 NGC. Mintage 29,858,700.Flynn Reference and Cross Refer...
$1,080
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, (FS-014.8) MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (2/0). PCGS Population: (3/3). CDN: $600 W...
$840
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS66 PCGS. CAC....
$3,840
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS63 PCGS. (FS-014.8). PCGS Population: (4/4). NGC Census: (0/1). MS63. Mi...
$408
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS62 ANACS. MS62. Mintage 29,858,700. ...
$456
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, AU58 PCGS. (FS-014.8). PCGS Population (3/4). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: 2...
$376
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS61 ANACS. (FS-014.8). NGC Census: (0/0). PCGS Population (0/0). Mintage:...
$540
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (2/0). PCGS Population: (3/2). MS64. Mintage 29,858,7...
$600
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS63 PCGS. (FS-014.8). PCGS Population: (3/2). NGC Census: (0/1). Mintage...
$432
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS62 PCGS. (FS-014.8). PCGS Population: (4/5). NGC Census: (2/1). Mintage...
$336
1913 5C Type Two , Doubled Die Obverse , FS-1101 AU58 PCGS. (FS-014.8). PCGS Population (3/3). NGC Census: (0/0). Mintage: ...
$400
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS64 PCGS. ...
$764
1913 5C Type Two, Doubled Die Obverse, FS-1101, MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (3/4). NGC Census: (2/1). Mintage 29,858,700. ...
$352
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 1 Reverse, 1913 MS [Type]
Worth: $4 – $13,000
1913 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
Worth: $4 – $13,000
1913-D 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
Worth: $8 – $40,200
1913-S 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
Worth: $16 – $19,200
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 2 Reverse, 1913-1938 MS [Type]
Worth: $0 – $4,800
1913 5c Buffalo, Type 2 MS
Worth: $5 – $3,600
1913-D 5c Buffalo, Type 2 MS
Worth: $50 – $36,000
1913-S 5c Buffalo, Type 2 MS
Worth: $115 – $30,000
1914 5c MS
Worth: $6 – $4,020
1914/(3) 5c MS
Worth: $150 – $50,000
1914-D 5c MS
Worth: $35 – $21,600
1914-S 5c MS
Worth: $14 – $75,000
1915 5c MS
Worth: $3 – $9,600
1915-D 5c MS
Worth: $8 – $18,000
1915-S 5c MS
Worth: $24 – $50,000
Greysheet News
Early American Copper Coins Lead Heritage's July Showcase Auction to More Than $436,000
7/17/2026
Astonishing Discovery Proof 1824/1 Overdate Half Dollar in Scotsman Auction
First known proof example of Overton 101 variety surprisingly found in consignor's collection.
7/15/2026
Best of the Mint Program Kicks Off
In continuing celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary in 2026, the United States Mint will embark on a "Best of the Mint" program.
7/13/2026
Events
Midlands Coin Club Coin, Currency and Collectibles Show - SC
Location: Medallion Center
Friday, May 1, 2026
