1913-S Buffalo Nickel. Type II. MS-67 (NGC).

Outstanding technical quality and eye appeal for the rarest of the 1913-dated Buffalo nickel issues. Smooth and lustrous, the surfaces are further enhanced by delicate toning in iridescent champagne-pink. The strike is exceptional for this challenging issue, with none of the often-seen peripheral softness and bold to sharp central definition. Attractive in all regards and eagerly awaiting inclusion in an advanced Buffalo nickel set. Its mintage of just over 2.1 million pieces is the third lowest in the design type, 1913-1938. As noted in the Lange reference on the series (2nd Edition, 2000): "In all grades this date is scarcer than its D-Mint counterpart, particularly with a full date and LIBERTY. Choice pieces are scarce, Gems truly rare." This piece is among the most impressive survivors of the issue and is sure to see spirited bidding.

PCGS# 3923. NGC ID: 22R3.

From Heritage's sale of the University Drive Collection, July-August 2008 Baltimore ANA Signature Auction, lot 1565; Heritage's sale of the Brenda John Collection, June 2010 Long Beach Signature Auction, lot 382.