1938-D/S Buffalo Nickel MS-65 NGC
Numismatic
1938-D/S Buffalo Nickel MS-65 NGC
The 1938 Buffalo Nickel represents a captivating moment in United States coinage. Minted in Denver, this particular five-cent piece is a remarkable survivor from the final year of the regular Buffalo nickel series. It has been officially graded as Mint State 65 (MS-65), indicating a well-preserved specimen that retains much of its original luster and detail from the day it was struck. The obverse of the coin displays a powerful profile portrait of a Native American chieftain, accompanied by the word LIBERTY and the date 1938. On the reverse, the iconic American bison stands proud. Below the depiction of the buffalo, the denomination is clearly marked as FIVE CENTS, with the Denver mint mark, a letter D, positioned underneath. The traditional motto, E PLURIBUS UNUM, is also integrated into the reverse design, completing one of the most celebrated artistic layouts in American numismatic history.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1938 |
| Mint mark | D - Denver |
| Grade | MS-65 (NGC) |
| 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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