1935-D Buffalo Nickel

The 1935-D Buffalo Nickel

The 1935-D Buffalo nickel is the rarest of the 1935 to 1938 Buffalo nickel issues in mint state and ‘Gem’ condition. Like many Buffalo nickels, weak striking is often a problem with weakly stuck horns or hollowed out middles. A very high quality 1935-D Buffalo nickel has what is referred to as a “frost quality,” to its luster.

How are Coin Values Determined?

For any coin collector, the grade and condition of the coin play an important role in determining their value. Coins fall into several number grades, but are often referred to as being in “good,” “fine,” “extremely fine,” or “uncirculated,” condition. Uncirculated condition, sometimes referred to as mint condition, means there are absolutely no signs of wear and tear on the coin and were never used in circulation. Extremely fine coins may have experienced light use, but were plucked for a collection early on in its lifetime. The difference between a fine and a good coin is that good coins are often incredibly worn, with many of the distinct features no longer being present on the coin.