I have a nickle that looks like a buffalo nickle on the back, but it has a different picture than the indian on the front. I can't tell if it's been defaced, or if it's a defect of some kind. Anybody know where I'd look to find out? Or does anybody know about this stuff?
2006-12-12 15:07:32 · 5 answers · asked by schwnmedic 1 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
You may have what is called a HOBO Nickel. Back during the great depression, Hobo's would usually hand carve the Indian side of the nickel and make it into a clown or bearded guy with top hat and many more images. They traded them for a meal. You could also have a nickel size medal or token. You will need to scan it to really tell. You can send the scan to Answerman2@aol.com. He answers questions for Numismatic News a weekly coin paper. He will need a scan though or photo.
2006-12-13 07:21:45 · answer #1 · answered by Taiping 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
All of them were made in the 1800's with a Indian head on
one side and the buffalo on the other. The date is below the
indians head and most of the time is not read-able due to
wear & age. They do say 5 cents on them and have the word
Liberty clearly printed on them as well.
2006-12-12 15:18:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
The year should be a good indication whether or not it's the original buffalo nickel.
I think the US Mint is or will be re-releasing the buffalo nickel to the public.
2006-12-12 15:13:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
it will be. with out a 12 months, it truly is way less efficient than one with the 12 months obviously marked. There are exceptions. the following is a link for attempting to make certain the 12 months with out the date; you are able to also attempt a respected coin broking. once you get the date, you'll locate out the fee.
2016-11-26 00:06:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have one too!!!i think that its normal
2006-12-12 15:15:00 · answer #5 · answered by as 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋