1913-S Buffalo Nickel Type-II MS-64 PCGS
Numismatic
1913-S Buffalo Nickel Type-II MS-64 PCGS
The year 1913 marked a significant transition for United States five-cent coinage, resulting in two distinct varieties of the famous Buffalo nickel. This particular specimen represents the Type II design, minted in San Francisco. On this second type, the ground beneath the bison was modified from a raised mound to a recessed plane, a change designed to protect the denomination text from premature wear during circulation. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this coin bears the 'S' mint mark. With a original mintage of just 1,209,000 pieces, this issue is a notable rarity within the series. The reverse features the iconic bison alongside the national motto 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' and the face value 'FIVE CENTS'. This copper-nickel coin is preserved in an exceptional state of conservation, graded Mint State 64 (MS-64). At this high grade level, the original design details remain remarkably sharp, allowing observers to fully appreciate the texture and artistry of this early twentieth-century American coin.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1913 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | MS-64 (PCGS) |
| 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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