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1916 Doubled Die Buffalo Nickel value guide -- the "King of the Buffalo Errors," and current grade-by-grade prices.
Note: a full grade-by-grade breakdown for this coin is still being compiled.
Known among collectors as the "King of the Buffalo Errors" -- clear doubling is visible in the date and lettering without magnification.
A real PCGS VG-10 example was listed for sale on USA Coin Book at $9,495 at time of research, consistent with the sourced VG-8 estimate of $7,334.
Live listings matching the 1916 Doubled Die Obverse Buffalo Nickel
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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 1916 Doubled Die Obverse Buffalo Nickel
Value depends heavily on condition. A well-worn example brings closer to $5,623, while an uncirculated one can reach $154,837 or more.
Known among collectors as the "King of the Buffalo Errors" -- clear doubling is visible in the date and lettering without magnification.
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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