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1914-S Nickel MS Values
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The 1914-S Buffalo nickel is a relatively tough semi-key coin, though it is not nearly as scarce today as its 1914-D counterpart. This fact may strike some numismatists as something of a paradox, as 3,470,000 examples were struck — lower than the 1914-D mintage of more than 3.9 million. However, more specimens were saved, and it is certainly easier to locate in circulated grades. Conversely, it is often more challenging to find 1914-S Buffalo nickels in Gem Uncirculated levels than its Denver-minted sibling.
Obverse: James Earle Fraser's famous and simple design depicts a Native American chief with the word LIBERTY from 1-2 o'clock. The date is placed on the lower left of the chieftain's bust.
Reverse: A full portrait of the bison, Black Diamond, with the words UNITED STATES oF AMERICA at the top periphery with the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM just underneath. The denomination FIVE CENTS is spelled out at the bottom. For the Type 1, the denomination is embossed on a flat surface.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mintage:
3,470,000
Coinage Type:
Buffalo nickel
Coinage Years:
1913-1938
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
Mint Mark:
S
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
5 gr
Weight:
0.1608 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
21.2 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1914
Obverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, FIVE CENTS
Reverse Designer:
James Earle Fraser
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