1923-S Buffalo Nickel. MS-65 (PCGS). Handsome medium golden-gray patina flows over both sides of this smooth and lustrous Gem. Sharply to fully struck throughout with subtle pale rose and powder blue undertones further enhancing already strong eye appeal. After a brief hiatus in 1922, nickel production resumed in 1923 at Philadelphia and San Francisco after stockpiles of earlier nickels had finally been exhausted. The overall striking quality for the S-Mint issue of the date is a mixed bag, with many coins struck from a moderately strong obverse die paired with an older die so worn from heavy use that many key details are nearly flat. Exceptionally strong strikes from fresh dies are quite rare and particularly sought after. Most Uncirculated 1923-S nickels fail to meet the exacting standards of the Gem accolade. This sharp and attractive coin, then, is an important condition rarity that would make an outstanding addition to any advanced Buffalo nickel specialists cabinet.