1918-S 5C MS65 Certification #60190013, PCGS #3940
Expert Comments
David Hall
The 1918-S is scarce in circulated grades, rare in Mint State, and very rare in Gem condition. In fact, in Gem condition it is the rarest regular strike (non-variety) 1913 to 1919 Buffalo nickel. Strike can be an issue and many Mint State survivors show softness of the hair braid and Buffalo's horn and tail. Sharply struck examples are definitely the exception. Luster can be muted or somewhat frosty. In Gem condition this coin is a major rarity.
PCGS #
3940
Designer
James Earle Fraser
Edge
Plain
Diameter
21.20 millimeters
Weight
5.00 grams
Mintage
4882000
Metal
75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Pop Higher
7
Pop Lower
1072
Region
The United States of America
Price Guide
PCGS Population
Auctions - PCGS Graded
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Rarity and Survival Estimates Learn More
65 or Better | 4500 |
All Grades | 700 |
60 or Better | 60 |
65 or Better | R-4.1 |
All Grades | R-5.6 |
60 or Better | R-8.4 |
65 or Better | 5 / 69 TIE |
All Grades | 8 / 69 TIE |
60 or Better | 8 / 69 TIE |
65 or Better | 5 / 72 TIE |
All Grades | 8 / 72 TIE |
60 or Better | 8 / 72 TIE |