1926-S Buffalo Nickel. MS-64 (PCGS). Richly toned in warm autumn-gray, this handsome Choice Uncirculated Buffalo nickel also exhibits rainbow-colored undertones that are more vivid and varied on the reverse. Both sides are boldly to sharply struck in al but a few isolated areas, atypical for this challenging issue. It is satiny in finish with smooth surfaces that are very close to full Gem Mint State quality.<p>Discounting only the overdates and varieties such as the 1918/7-D and 1916 Doubled Die Obverse, the 1926-S is the rarest Buffalo nickel in Mint State. It has the lowest mintage of any circulation strike of the type with only 970,000 coins produced. Even low grade Uncirculated survivors are very scarce, while coins that approach MS-65 are rare from a market availability standpoint. This is one of the most attractive 1926-S nickels one is likely to encounter at the assigned grade level, and it is sure to sell for a strong premium. From the Silver Springs Collection.
