Help Grading these Buffalo Nickels

[diggummup]

I purchased a small lot of coins earlier today and these 2 buffalo nickels were included. They look pretty good to me. One slightly better than the other maybe. What do you think?

 

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[KSDirtfisher77]

I purchased a small lot of coins earlier today and these 2 buffalo nickels were included. They look pretty good to me. One slightly better than the other maybe. What do you think?

Nice score! Great looking buffs.

 

[Louie D]

Nice strong dates.

 

[Mackaydon]

What do you think?

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Don in SoCal

 

[diggummup]

What do you think?

Learn How to Grade Indian Head (Buffalo Nickels)

Learn how to grade Buffalo nickels, also called Indian Head nickels, accurately to help determine your coin's value and/or price.

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Don in SoCal

Well before I posted it, I was thinking at least AU50 on the one and maybe MS60 or so on the other. But I'm no grader.

 

[cudamark]

Someone has polished them. Worthless to a coin collector IMO. Make a ring, pendant, or earrings out of them.

 

[l.cutler]

I agree, they do look polished.

 

[galenrog]

Once polished, otherwise valuable coins lose 50%-90% of previous value.

Time for more coffee.

 

[cudamark]

They're the 2nd most produced buffalo nickels, so, even if they were uncirculated in MS63 condition, they're not very valuable. You can find Extra Fine versions in coin store bargain box for a $1 or two.

 

[diggummup]

Thanks. All good to know. Not really a collector just buy them when I see them if the price is right.
Just not used to seeing shiny buffaloes in good condition. They are usually barely readable or no dates.