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Buffalo Nickel

The Buffalo Nickel is one of the most easily recognizable coins in American numismatics. Beginning its 25 year run in 1913, the Buffalo Nickel still holds a particular allure to coin collectors just starting out in the hobby. Designed by James Earl Fraser and using three Native Americans for his models, the Buffalo Nickel, both obverse and reverse, carries a distinct commemoration to the original inhabitants of the prairie lands of America.

On the reverse mof the Buffalo Nickel is a profile portrait of a buffalo in all its majesty. Some say the buffalo on the reverse of the Buffalo Nickel was designed after the famous “Black Diamond” buffalo that walked the grounds of the New York Zoo at the time, but there is no definitive record of this being the case. Regardless, in the Buffalo Nickel series, Fraser was able to capture the power and beauty of America’s most dominant land animal in a such a way that coin enthusiasts for ages will be able to appreciate. Due to it’s overproduction and well used status in the coins of circulation at the time, the Buffalo Nickel has few key dates and carries a little premium on the open market. Most often than not, the Buffalo Nickel has lost its date on the obverse due to wear and date placement on the coin.

When this is the case, consider the Buffalo Nickel to still just be a spendable nickel. Some coin collectors in the past have used an acid to attempt to “raise” the date in hopes to revive the numbers and potentially find an earlier example of the Buffalo Nickel. Unfortunately, it was quickly discovered that this process only serves to damage the Buffalo Nickel even further, thereby destroying any numismatic value the coin may possess.

Coins of the Buffalo Nickel series with “raised dates” can be considered spendable as well as they have practically lost any extra numismatic appeal. Brilliant uncirculated specimens of the Buffalo Nickel series can command a premium and, in conditions close to this state, could have significant value if the are of a particular variation of the early years of the Buffal Nickel series. The coin professionals at Nevada Coin & Jewelry have the expertise in discovering any numismatic value to the Buffalo Nickel. We provide the highest cash offers for any coins and the Buffalo Nickel is no exception. Just call or come in to any of the Nevada Coin & Jewelry locations in the greater Las Vegas area and have our well respected and highly trained experts examine your Buffalo Nickel today.

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2675 E. Flamingo Rd Suite #10
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(East of Eastern Ave)

Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Sunday Closed

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West Flamingo

6380 W. Flamingo Rd Suite B
Las Vegas, NV 89103
(East of Torrey Pines)

Monday – Friday 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
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My wife cashed in some coins and we got top dollar. We have sold to others before but no more, we found a real professional store in Nevada Coin & Jewelry. “Thank You”

Steve

This place is definitely recommended!!! A.J. and David are amazing…very helpful and nice people at that! I would totally consider going to this place.

Bree D.

I recently got divorced so I wanted to get rid of some of the jewelry my ex-husband got me. I found Nevada Coin and jewelry searching the web. When I called the guy that answered the phone was friendly and willing to quote me a price per gram. I went to their store on Flamingo, Avery whom I spoke to on the phone tested my items using some kind of x-ray machine. I could see that some of my jewelry was not the karat I thought (some lower some higher). He paid what he quoted on the phone no bait and switch. It took less than 15 minutes got my cash and got rid of some bad memories. I would recommend this company if you are looking to sell jewelry.

Virginia F.

They took the time to help me sell my item and find an item. The staff does not rush you or pressure you into buying something. They take you on a little adventure by telling you about the items you are selling and looking at…

Miller B.

Outstanding experience! This is the best place to change your gold with a great attention. I’m completely impressive because they have a smooth and fast service, definitely nice people!

Pablo V.

I brought them some gold pendants, rings and a few other pieces. I knew they weren’t worth that much but I needed the cash. The guys (and there are a lot of them) were really nice and not the least bit condescending. They know when you come in to sell there is a reason but they don’t make you feel bad or inadequate. The store is filled with interesting objects for sale and for show. A very nice and very fair place to buy and sell. I highly recommend them.

Linda P.

Staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and responsive. Building had great security to helped me feel safe in handling my items.

A great selection of coins and other numismatic related material. Very professional.

Wonderful experience, Nick and Laura made it seamless and stress free. Thank you! They also sell super cool items!!

We were really pleased with the help that AJ gave us concering our gold coins and watches. I don’t think we could have received a better deal anywhere. All of the personnel at Nevada Coin & Jewelry were very professional. We will recommend them to our friends.

Dean & Judy

I am a brazilian and had the chance to deal with Nevada Coin. I was there to sell some gold coins and they paid me the best price I could fetch in Las Vegas. They are professional, courteous and trustworthy. Before visiting their premises I got a tentative appraisal by phone which I found reasonable. In the shop the attendant offered to approach the manager to get me a (gasp) BETTER price. Do yourself a favor and don’t bother talking to their rude and unprofessional competitors. They will treat you like a moron and quote prices accordingly. For Nevada Coin, five Stars all the way.

Guilherme

Really cool cats over at Nevada Coin and Jewelry. You would’ve thought that I was “Madonna” the way those guys treated me. I was so mesmerized by all of the antiques, they have in there, I believe I was there for two hours, just looking, unbelieveable! When I went in I was so hot, they offered me a cold bottle of water, how cool is that? It felt like home to me. I wanted to get a price for some old jewelry that was passed down by grandma, I was well satisfied. When I left the shop, I was singing “Money, Money, Money.

Doris

As a first timer in selling, I was a bit apprehensive. I did not know what to expect and was a little worried about a previous reviewers comments. Yes the office was stark and clinical. The staff however, more than made up for any downfall in the decor. Very helpful, polite and understanding to any ‘silly’ questions that were asked. All in all a pleasant experience, and one that should the opportunity arise I would go through again!

Marie G.

They took the time to help me sell my item and find an item. The staff does not rush you or pressure you into buying something. They take you on a little adventure by telling you about the items you are selling and looking at…

Miller B.

My wife cashed in some coins and we got top dollar. We have sold to others before but no more, we found a real professional store in Nevada Coin & Jewelry. “Thank You”

Steve

Nevada Coin and Jewelry – has excellent customer service – providing las Vegas with top notch service and expertise – this is my primary coin dealers — others just can’t keep up – they are helpful and friendly – in my opinion they are the best in the south west area — so that’s my review a++++ rating – because I am a good customer – this is the best place to buy and sell gold and silver bullion.

Freddie I.

Staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and responsive. Building had great security to helped me feel safe in handling my items.

Always a good experience here! Definitely the place in town I enjoy buying coins from, and I’d recommend them to anybody. Helpful staff, reasonable prices, and wide selection.

Daniel B.

While vacationing in Las Vegas I did what a lot of people do I’m sure or at least that’s what I’m telling my wife ..I blew through the money I brought a little quicker than expected and I ended up having to shop my Rolex around to several dealers to save the trip. So I looked online for places, most offers over the phone were low and that’s if they would even quote me in the first place. I spoke to a guy at Nevada Coin and Jewelry who gave me a fair ball park price and a reasonable explanation as to why his number couldn’t be solid. Went down expecting to get the lower number and in fact Robert their Rolex expert said my Rolex was a better model then I had described. He paid me a higher number than he quoted. Thanks for saving my vacation guys.

Weldon O.

I brought them some gold pendants, rings and a few other pieces. I knew they weren’t worth that much but I needed the cash. The guys (and there are a lot of them) were really nice and not the least bit condescending. They know when you come in to sell there is a reason but they don’t make you feel bad or inadequate. The store is filled with interesting objects for sale and for show. A very nice and very fair place to buy and sell. I highly recommend them.

Linda P.