1935-S 5CPCGS Plus

Description

1935-S Buffalo Nickel, PCGS MS-67. This exceptional 1935-S Buffalo nickel represents a significant offering from the final years of James Earle Fraser's iconic series. Struck at the San Francisco Mint during a period of modest production, this issue has proven considerably scarcer in Gem Mint State condition than its near-date counterparts, including the 1931-S, 1936-S, and 1937-S. The piece exhibits the characteristic grey brilliant luster typical of San Francisco coinage from this era, with a strike that meets expectations for the mint, though some softness in certain areas is not uncommon for this particular date and mintmark combination. The coin's PCGS MS-67 grade places it among the finest examples certified, with only 17 examples graded by PCGS across all grades for this date. The technical specifications reflect the standard composition of the Buffalo nickel series: 75% copper and 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams with a diameter of 21.2mm. The original mintage of 10,300,000 pieces makes this date more available in circulated grades, but Gem Mint State examples command substantial premiums due to their relative scarcity and eye appeal. This offering represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a high-grade representative of this challenging San Francisco issue, with market values reflecting the rarity and desirability of the grade achieved.