1917 S Buffalo Nickel

Last updated: May, 05 2025
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CoinTrackers.com estimates the value of a 1917 S Buffalo Nickel in average condition to be worth $21.21, while examples in high mint state can fetch up to $1,767.50.


1917 S Buffalo Nickel
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  • Year: 1917
  • Mint Mark: S
  • Type: Buffalo Nickel
  • Price: $21.21-$1767.50+
  • Face Value: 0.05 USD
  • Produced: 4,193,000
  • Edge: Smooth






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How much is a 1917 S Buffalo Nickel worth?

In Average Circulated (AC) condition it's worth around $21.21, one in certified mint state (MS+) condition could bring as much as $1,768 at auction. This price does not reference any standard coin grading scale. So when we say Average Circulated, we mean in a similar condition to other coins circulated in 1917, and mint state meaning it is certified MS+ by one of the top coin grading companies. *** [?].


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The most valuable Buffalo Nickel's. Prices listed are for MS-65 certified. Visit the link to learn more about each coin.

Image Year Mint Worth
Buffalo Nickel Image 1924 S $14,140
Buffalo Nickel Image 1926 S $7,676
Buffalo Nickel Image 1927 S $5,050
Buffalo Nickel Image 1920 D $3,535
Buffalo Nickel Image 1928 D $3,434
Buffalo Nickel Image 1918 D $3,333
Buffalo Nickel Image 1925 S $3,333
Buffalo Nickel Image 1924 D $3,030
Buffalo Nickel Image 1920 S $2,525
Buffalo Nickel Image 1919 D $2,373.50
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