How much would you buy a 90 year old nickel?

Question

buffalo 1917

Answer 1

Here is what I believe you have: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:1935_Indian_Head_Buffalo_Nickel.jpg

The price will vary on the condition, and also where it was minted. The following are the value of the coin at this time:

If it was minted in Denver (look for a D at bottom of front side) it can be worth anything from 16-75 dollars, from worst to average condition. Thats a minimum of $16!

If it was minted in San Francisco (Look for a S at bottom of front side) it can be worth from 20-95 dollars, from worst to average condition. Thats a minimum of $20.

If it does not have any words at the bottom, it is only worth 5-8 dollars, from worst to average. Thats a minimum of $5.

So, depending on the condition and where the coin was minted, it can be worth a bit of money. I suggest you keep it, and whenever you have the time, bring it somewhere for appraisal, like a coin store.

Of course, if you don't want it, I'll take it. =)

Answer 2

A 1917 Buffalo nickel is worth $2.50 grade good to $7.00 in Grade very fine. The mint mark if any is on the Buffalo side below the words five cents. The 1917-D is worth $15 to $60 in the same grades and the 1917-S is worth $17 to $80. The coin needs to be graded by a coin dealer. The values given are about what a dealer would pay.

Answer 3

Go to the library and check the "Redbook" (sorry I can't remember the actual name). A librarian could probably help you find it. It will give you some criteria to grade the coin and an approximate value.

Answer 4

Depends on condition, where it was minted, material and that kind of stuff, im no expert but find your local trade center and ask around there is bound to be someone out there that can help!

Answer 5

Call a coin shop.

Answer 6

www.pcgs.com/prices