1913-D Type-II Buffalo Nickel AU
Numismatic
1913-D Type-II Buffalo Nickel AU
In 1913, the United States five-cent piece underwent a significant design transformation. Created by sculptor James Earle Fraser, this coin captures the spirit of the American frontier through two distinct and powerful portraits. The obverse presents a detailed profile of a Native American, while the reverse showcases a massive American bison standing on a flat stretch of land. This flat-ground presentation identifies the coin as the Type II variety, a modification made during the first year of issue to prevent the denomination from wearing away too quickly. This particular specimen originates from the Denver Mint, indicated by the prominent letter D positioned on the reverse side. Struck in a base metal alloy, the coin remains in an impressive state of preservation, classified as Almost Uncirculated. The reverse also displays the traditional national motto, E PLURIBUS UNUM, alongside the face value of FIVE CENTS, making this 1913 edition a compelling study in early twentieth-century American coinage design.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1913 |
| Mint mark | D - Denver |
| Grade | Almost Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 5 Cents |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 21.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.95 mm |
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