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The 1927-S Buffalo nickel is a challenging semi-key issue that becomes increasingly tough the higher one goes up the grading spectrum. Many 1927-S Buffalo nickels exhibit weaker strikes, though a great many do show indications of proof-like fields due to frequent die polishing to mitigate die clash marks and other imperfections. It is a very rare issue in Gem grades, with likely fewer than 50 extant in MS65 or better.
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:
3131
Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1927
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
Coin Date:
1927-S
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
3,430,000
Coinage Type:
Buffalo nickel
Coinage Years:
1913-1938
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3962
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Coin Value History
1927-S 5c MS
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1927-S 5c MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$101,500 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $78,000 | $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 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 1 Reverse, 1913 MS [Type]
![Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 1 Reverse, 1913 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20220224/www_davidlawrence_com_product_2199064_-0.20220224083111332.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $4 – $16,000
1913 5c Buffalo, Type 1 MS
Worth: $4 – $16,000
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]
![Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 2 Reverse, 1913-1938 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/26d-3l-obv.jpeg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
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
1927-S Buffalo Nickel. AU-58 (PCGS).
$1,220
1927-S Buffalo Nickel. MS-62 (PCGS).
$1,891
1927-S Buffalo Nickel. MS-64 (PCGS).
$2,196
1927-S 5C AU55 PCGS. CDN: $450 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU55. Mintage 3,430,000. ...
$537
1927-S 5C MS65 PCGS. ...
$12,200
1927-S 5C XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population: 91 in 45, 1021 finer (2/26). CDN: $120 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS XF45. Mintage 3,430,0...
$159
1927-S 5C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: 45 in 53, 931 finer (2/26). CDN: $225 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU53. Mintage 3,430,00...
$317
1927-S 5C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population: 92 in 40, 1110 finer (2/26). CDN: $90 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS XF40. Mintage 3,430,00...
$109
1927-S Buffalo Nickel. EF Details--Environmental Damage (PCGS).
$105
1927-S Buffalo Nickel. MS-63 (PCGS).
$2,160
1927-S Buffalo Nickel. MS-66 * (NGC).
$19,200
1927-S 5C WDDR-001, Fine 15 ANACS. Plate. Mintage 3,430,000.Flynn Reference and Cross Reference: DDR-001. Plate coi...
$77
1927-S 5C AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population: (43/874). NGC Census: (17/532). CDN: $180 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU50. Mintage 3,430...
$336
1927-S 5C Two Feathers, FS-401, VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population: (1/12). NGC Census: (0/0). VF20. Mintage 3,430,000. ...
$132
1927-S 5C VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population: (47/1050). NGC Census: (29/609). CDN: $46 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF35. Mintage 3,430...
$59
1927-S 5C Two Feathers, FS-401, VF30 PCGS. PCGS Population: (2/5). NGC Census: (0/0). VF30. Mintage 3,430,000. ...
$180
1927-S 5C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (20/321). PCGS Population: (8/529). Mintage 3,430,000. ...
$446
1927-S 5C VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (39/946). NGC Census: (19/594). Mintage: 3,430,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem ...
$32
1927-S 5C --Cleaned--ANACS. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/320). PCGS Population (6/497). Mintage: 3,430,000. Numismedia Wsl. ...
$253
1927-S 5C F12 ANACS. NGC Census: (3/475). PCGS Population (2/603). Mintage: 3,430,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $4. (#3962)...
$11
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