The 1938-D/S Buffalo nickel variety was first discovered circa 1961 by Robert Kerr and C.G. Langworthy. The two collectors submitted their findings to the then new "Coin World" weekly publication and subsequently no less a numismatic luminary than Q. David Bowers confirmed the authenticity of the over-mintmark. Since no Buffalo nickels were minted in San Francisco in 1938, it seems likely that some S-mintmarked dies were deliberately repunched at the Denver Mint. There are several variations of this over-mintmark and only the "strong" variety commands a noticeable premium. While quite interesting, the 1938-D/S is not all that rare. And like the regular mint mark 1938-D, this issue often comes well struck with great luster.
This may be considered to be a 'specialty' item in the Buffalo Nickel Collection. Since 1938 was a transition year from the Buffalo Nickel to the Jefferson Nickel, a decision was made not to produce any Buffalo Nickels in San Francisco. Dies had been produced for SF so the dies were sent to Denver where they were "re-punched". In top condition, this item is a joy.
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Not so frequent and even less so in PCGS MS65. Buffalo Nickels suffered from the day they were released in 1913 from weak fields. This coin is even nicer in hand than in photo. Well done!
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Nice Buffalo Nickel,,,,,,,,,,good strike.
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i really checked for the d/s. it is easy to see.
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Goodcoin with clear date. As good or better than posted. Smooth delivery.
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