1915 Buffalo Nickel. Proof-67 (PCGS).Quite a stunning Superb Gem embellished by the generous presence of pastel-violet and indigo colors. The strike is extremely sharp with complete details present, as is the norm for this method of manufacture, and satiny luster is abundant. A stately piece that has more attractive features and fewer drawbacks than just about any other. The penultimate issue in the early Proof Buffalo nickel series, the Mint struck 1,050 examples of the 1915 for sale to contemporary collectors. The 1915 mirrors the 1914 as one of the best produced and most consistently attractive Proofs of the type. Where the two issues differ is in rarity, for the 1915 is scarcer in an absolute sense and considerably rarer in the highest grades. In fact, only the 1916 is rarer in terms of total number of coins known. Nearing the top of the condition census for PCGS, this outstanding specimen would do justice to an excellent Buffalo nickel collection or specimen type set.
