Jun 10, 2012 · The result is that there are many 1939 Jefferson Nickels out there in early generation slabs with no reverse attribution at all on the TPG label. Examine the three photos below. The first two show newer generation slabs from both PCGS & NGC with the proper Reverse attribution on the label.

The reverse for the first half of the year depicted an American bison, recalling the Buffalo nickel and designed by Jamie Franki. The reverse for the second half showed a coastline and the words "Ocean in view! O! The Joy!", from a journal entry by William Clark, co …

Dec 10, 2024 · A collector at a 2023 Great Collections sale paid $845 for a 2005-D Jefferson nickel graded MS65 with a die adjustment error on the reverse, making this an excellent error to add to your set. Also read: Top 17 Most Valuable Buffalo Nickel Worth Money

The obverse of the 2005 version features the altered portrait of President Thomas Jefferson, while the reverse showcases a stunning portrayal of an American bison (commonly referred to by many as a buffalo), a symbol of the Westward expansion.

Jan 7, 2025 · Jefferson was president from 1801 to 1809 and was placed on the nickel in 1938. His 5c coin replaced the Buffalo Nickel, which had just completed its minimum 25-year term and was unpopular at the mint. The public liked the Buffalo Nickel … but they loved the Jefferson. The coin has had three obverse designs so far (that’s the heads side).

Jan 7, 2025 · The reverse of the 2005 Jefferson Buffalo nickel Jamie Franki used the American buffalo motif from the old version of the 1913 nickel for the reverse of the modern coin. However, he made a few changes and positioned the American buffalo in the coin center, facing right.

Mar 26, 2024 · The Denver minted 487,680,000 Jefferson nickels with an American bison on the reverse. Most pieces are worth $0.05 to $1, but some high-quality specimens cost about $35. The auction record won the 2005 D MS 67 Buffalo nickel when one collector paid $750 for it in 2014 at Stack’s Bowers auction.

Sep 29, 2023 · In 2005, an extremely rare variety was minted with the stamp upside down on the reverse side. This unique error makes the 2005 upside-down buffalo nickel very valuable to collectors today.

For the reverse, designer Jamie Franki re-introduced the famous American Bison but with a little twist. The buffalo represents the wildlife encountered by Lewis and Clark during their voyage. Like the first nickel, the second piece showcased the likeliness of President Jefferson on the obverse, designed by Franki.

Aug 28, 2023 · These coins’ main motive was to honor the 200th anniversary of the first expedition after the Louisiana Purchase with 2 Jefferson nickels made with 2 different reverse designs. In this post, we will discuss details of the 2005 Buffalo Nickel, errors, value charts, and related parameters.