1918/7-D Buffalo Nickel. FS-101. MS-63 (PCGS).This satiny and smooth 1918/7-D Buffalo nickel is subtly toned in light golden gray patina and offers an impressively sharp strike. A small streak across the top of the Buffalo is the only mark of any consequence and is related to a planchet flaw (as made). Otherwise, the quality is suggestive of an even higher grade.pThe 1918/7-D was discovered by numismatists in 1931, by which time the opportunity to acquire Mint State coins had long since passed. The survival of Mint State examples like this was a matter of mere chance. Despite diligent searching on the part of numismatists since that time, examples remain elusive in all grades. This is particularly true in Mint State, at which level David W. Lange (emThe Complete Guide to Buffalo Nickels, 2000 edition/em) accounts for only about two dozen examples, taking into account resubmissions at the major certification services. This quality Choice survivor with outstanding eye appeal seems destined for an advanced Buffalo nickel set or variety collection.
