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1913 Mound Type Buffalo Nickel value guide -- the original first-year design, mintage, and grade-by-grade prices.
The original 1913 design -- the bison stands on a raised mound of earth, a detail that wore down fast in circulation and was redesigned within the same year.
First-year type coin for the whole Buffalo Nickel series, struck at all three mints (P/D/S) before the mid-year design change.
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Condition drives price more than any other factor on a coin like this — two examples of the same date can be worth very different amounts depending on wear and authentication.
The value table above is organized by grade for a reason — a coin's condition, not just its date, sets where it lands on that range. If you're not sure how to grade, a seller's photos and description should call it out.
A professionally graded (PCGS/NGC) example carries more certainty than a raw coin, and usually a small premium for it. Both are fine to buy — just factor grading into the price you're comparing.
Prices vary between individual sellers here, not one retailer's price list. Sort by price, check the seller's Metal Points and order history, and message the seller if photos don't show enough detail to grade confidently.
About the 1913 Mound Type Buffalo Nickel
Value depends heavily on condition. A well-worn example brings closer to $16, while an uncirculated one can reach $73 or more.
The original 1913 design -- the bison stands on a raised mound of earth, a detail that wore down fast in circulation and was redesigned within the same year.
For anything you believe is a key date or an error, professional grading protects both buyer and seller by settling condition and authenticity before money changes hands.
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