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All 1937 proof Buffalo nickels were made with the brilliant finish introduced later in the previous year. With a mintage of 5,769 this was the largest production of proof Buffalo nickels for the entire series, and the vast majority are still around today for collectors. Well more than half are known in PR65 or better, and indeed the bulk of these proofs are encountered in the PR64-67 range. Several dozen have been certified by PCGS and NGC in PR68, and PCGS has graded two as PR69. 1937 marked the last year of proof production for the Buffalo nickel, as the following year saw the introduction of the Jefferson nickel, which exclusively represented the proof nickels of 1938.
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:
3159
Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1937
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:
Proof
Diameter:
21.2
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1937
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
5,769
Coinage Type:
Buffalo nickel
Coinage Years:
1913-1938
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3996
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR69 |
|
$21,500 | $1,234 |
| PR69 | - | $19,000 | $1,234 |
| PR68 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 1 Reverse, Matte Finish, 1913 PR [Type]
Worth: $650 – $90,000
1913 5c Buffalo, Matte Finish, Type 1 PR
Worth: $650 – $90,000
Buffalo Nickel 5c Type 2 Reverse, Matte Finish, 1913-1916 PR [Type]
Worth: $500 – $17,500
1913 5c Buffalo, Matte Finish, Type 2 PR
Worth: $550 – $17,500
1914 5c Matte Finish PR
Worth: $500 – $18,000
1915 5c Matte Finish PR
Worth: $600 – $225,000
1916 5c Matte Finish PR
Worth: $650 – $30,000
1927 5c Special Strike SP
Worth: $65,000 – $78,000
Buffalo Nickel 5c Satin Finish, 1936 PR [Type]
Worth: $600 – $6,000
1936 5c Satin Finish PR
Worth: $600 – $6,000
Buffalo Nickel 5c Brilliant Finish, 1936-1937 PR [Type]
Worth: $660 – $18,000
1936 5c Brilliant Finish PR
Worth: $735 – $8,000
1937 Buffalo Nickel. Proof-67+ (PCGS). CAC.
$3,172
1937 Buffalo Nickel. Proof-68 (NGC).
$3,904
1937 5C PR66 NGC. CDN: $1,150 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 5,769. ...
$1,220
1937 5C PR65 PCGS. CDN: $990 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 5,769. ...
$1,007
1937 5C PR64 PCGS. CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 5,769. ...
$976
1937 Buffalo Nickel. Proof-62 (NGC).
$780
1937 Buffalo Nickel. Proof. Unc Details--Environmental Damage (PCGS).
$504
1937 Buffalo Nickel. Proof-63 (PCGS).
$720
Undated 5C Jefferson Nickel--Off Center on 45% Straight Clip Planchet--MS61 NGC. Ex: New England Collection. 2.8 Grams. ...
$161
1937 5C --Environmental Damage--NGC--Proof. ...
$978
1937 5C
$11,275
1937 5C PR67 PCGS. CDN: $1,380 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR67. Mintage 5,769. ...
$1,525
1937 5C PR68? NGC. ...
$3,904
1937 5C PR66 PCGS. CAC. CAC: 266 in 66, 372 finer (3/26). CDN: $1,080 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 5,769. ...
$1,464
1937 5C PR65 PCGS. CAC. CAC: 132 in 65, 624 finer (11/25). CDN: $990 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 5,769....
$1,464
1937 5C PR64 PCGS. CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 5,769. ...
$1,050
1937 5C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (7/2570). NGC Census: (9/1536). CDN: $775 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR62. Mi...
$780
1937 Buffalo Nickel. Proof. Unc Details--Residue (PCGS).
$810
1937 5C PR63 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (50/1570). PCGS Population: (81/2613). CDN: $760 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 5...
$780
1937 5C --Obverse Spot Removed--NCS. Proof. ...
$932
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