One Ounce Buffalo Silver Round
This item is a 1-ounce .999 fine silver bullion round, designed to mimic the reverse side of the historic James Earle Fraser Indian Head/Buffalo nickel (1913-1938). The primary feature is a majestic American Bison standing on a grassy mound, with the text 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' arching above. The denomination 'FIVE CENTS' is visible at the base, which is an aesthetic choice for these reproductions, as silver rounds carry no legal tender face value. While the original nickel was a copper-nickel alloy, this modern piece is minted in highly reflective .999 pure silver. The condition appears to be in 'Circulated' or 'Abused' bullion grade; there are significant surface scuffs, dulling of the luster, and numerous contact marks across the bison's hump and the field area. It lacks the sharp, frosted 'Cameo' finish seen on new strikes, suggesting it has been handled or stored without a protective capsule. Despite the numismatic wear, the item retains its intrinsic 'melt value' based on its documented silver weight. These rounds are popular among stackers and investors for their combination of classic American numismatic art and precious metal content. No specific private mint mark is immediately discernible on this face, which is common for generic rounds of this type produced by various US refineries in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
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Estimated Value
$25 - $30
Basic Information
Category
Precious Metal Bullion / Silver Rounds
Appraised On
April 26, 2026
Estimated Value
$25 - $30
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User Provided Information
1 ounce silver
Item Description
This item is a 1-ounce .999 fine silver bullion round, designed to mimic the reverse side of the historic James Earle Fraser Indian Head/Buffalo nickel (1913-1938). The primary feature is a majestic American Bison standing on a grassy mound, with the text 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' arching above. The denomination 'FIVE CENTS' is visible at the base, which is an aesthetic choice for these reproductions, as silver rounds carry no legal tender face value. While the original nickel was a copper-nickel alloy, this modern piece is minted in highly reflective .999 pure silver. The condition appears to be in 'Circulated' or 'Abused' bullion grade; there are significant surface scuffs, dulling of the luster, and numerous contact marks across the bison's hump and the field area. It lacks the sharp, frosted 'Cameo' finish seen on new strikes, suggesting it has been handled or stored without a protective capsule. Despite the numismatic wear, the item retains its intrinsic 'melt value' based on its documented silver weight. These rounds are popular among stackers and investors for their combination of classic American numismatic art and precious metal content. No specific private mint mark is immediately discernible on this face, which is common for generic rounds of this type produced by various US refineries in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
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