1925 Buffalo Nickel

1925 Buffalo Nickel in Fair Collectible Condition, See Photos. The 1925 Buffalo Nickel is a striking representation of early 20th-century American coinage, known for its bold design and symbolic imagery. Designed by James Earle Fraser, the coin features a proud Native American profile on the obverse and a powerful American bison on the reverse—both honoring the nation's frontier heritage. Minted in Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco, the 1925 issues vary in rarity, with the San Francisco (1925-S) version being scarcer and more sought after by collectors. Struck in a durable copper-nickel alloy (75% copper, 25% nickel), many examples have survived, though heavy circulation often led to wear, especially on the date and high-relief details. Despite this, well-preserved 1925 Buffalo Nickels remain popular among numismatists for their artistic merit and as tangible links to America’s past.