1938-D Buffalo Nickel NGC MS65

Original Mint Bag Fragment

Only 10,261 graded in MS65 (out of 7,020,000 minted)

A classic finale to one of America’s most iconic coin series, this 1938-D Buffalo Nickel represents the last year of issue for the beloved Buffalo (Indian Head) design. Struck at the Denver Mint, the 1938-D is widely recognized as the key circulation issue of the final year and a must-have for serious Buffalo Nickel collectors.

Certified Mint State 65 (MS65) by NGC, this example displays strong original luster, well-defined design elements, and attractive eye appeal consistent with the grade. The details of James Earle Fraser’s design, Native American portrait on the obverse and the powerful American bison on the reverse, remain crisp and sharply struck.

Adding to its appeal, this coin is part of NGC’s BullionPLUS program and includes an Original Mint Bag Fragment, a tangible connection to its original storage and handling at the U.S. Mint.

With only 10,261 examples known in MS65, this is a scarce, high-grade survivor that combines historical significance, condition rarity, and collector prestige.

Highlights:

• Date & Mint: 1938-D (Denver)

• Denomination: Five Cents (Buffalo Nickel)

• Grade: NGC MS65

• Final year of the Buffalo Nickel series

• Includes Original Mint Bag Fragment (NGC BullionPLUS)

• Strong luster and eye appeal

An outstanding opportunity to acquire a premium-quality example of the last Buffalo Nickel ever struck, perfect for advanced collections or as a cornerstone piece in a high-grade type set.