1913 5C Type 1 Buffalo Nickel PCGS MS67+ (CAC)

A first-year treasure with elite eye appeal, this 1913 Type 1 Buffalo Nickel (Philadelphia) is certified PCGS MS67+ and endorsed by CAC—placing it among the finest survivors of America’s most iconic nickel design. Struck during the debut year of James Earle Fraser’s Buffalo (Indian Head) nickel, the Type 1 reverse features the bison standing proudly on a raised mound with FIVE CENTS high in relief, a dramatic design used only in 1913 before the Mint recessed the denomination later that year. While the original mintage was large at 30,992,000 pieces, virtually none approach this coin’s superb gem quality.

The surfaces display luminous, satiny mint luster typical of the issue, with crisp definition in the portrait and the bison’s fur—hallmarks of an exceptional strike for Type 1. CAC approval confirms superior quality for the grade, making this coin an outstanding candidate for advanced Buffalo nickel sets and an eye-catching choice for collectors seeking a one-year-only type in a registry-caliber grade.

Key facts and collector highlights:

• Date and Mint: 1913, Philadelphia (Type 1 “Raised Mound” reverse)
• Grade and Verification: PCGS MS67+; CAC approved
• Population Rarity: PCGS Population 156 in MS67+; only 52 graded higher
• Mintage: 30,992,000
• Design Significance: First year of issue and a one-year-only reverse type
• Eye Appeal: Brilliant, satiny luster with sharp, well-balanced detail
• Collectability: Ideal for Type collectors, Buffalo nickel specialists, and PCGS Set Registry participants

An exceptional blend of history, artistry, and condition rarity, this MS67+ CAC 1913 Type 1 is a standout opportunity to secure a top-tier example of the Buffalo nickel’s original, short-lived design.