Buffalo Appraisal

1937 Buffalo Head Nickel

This is a U.S. five-cent coin, commonly known as a Buffalo nickel or Indian Head nickel. The obverse of the coin features a right-facing profile of a Native American chief, believed to be a composite of several Native Americans, including Chief Iron Tail, Chief Two Moons, and Chief John Big Tree. The date '1937' is clearly visible below the profile of the chief's neck and shoulders. The word 'LIBERTY' is inscribed along the top right rim. The coin appears to be silver-colored, likely made of a copper-nickel alloy characteristic of these coins. The image is somewhat blurry, so fine details of the design are not perfectly clear. Wear is visible on the raised surfaces, particularly on the braids and facial features of the chief, indicating it has been in circulation. There is some surface grime or toning present. No mint mark is visible in this view, which would be located below the 'FIVE CENTS' text on the reverse (not shown). The condition appears to be circulated, likely in grades ranging from Good to Very Good based on the visible wear. The craftsmanship is typical for U.S. coinage of this era.