1937-D 3 Legged Buffalo Nickel VF-25 PCGS
Numismatic
1937-D 3 Legged Buffalo Nickel VF-25 PCGS
The 1937 Denver Mint nickel features one of the most famous and intriguing anomalies in American numismatics. While the obverse displays a profile of a Native American with the word LIBERTY and the date 1937, the reverse presents a striking visual surprise. The American bison depicted on the back appears to have only three legs, a distinctive variety that has fascinated observers for generations. This specific copper nickel coin has been certified and graded Very Fine 25 (VF-25). Despite the missing front leg on the buffalo, the reverse clearly displays the traditional inscriptions, including UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, FIVE CENTS, and the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM. This Denver-minted piece represents a fascinating moment in minting history where a tool modification error created an enduring legend.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1937 |
| Mint mark | D - Denver |
| Grade | 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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