Coin Values / Buffalo Nickel / 1926
1926 Buffalo Nickel Value
Here is what a 1926 buffalo nickel is worth by mint mark and condition — estimates for typical examples.
1926-S
Lowest-mintage Buffalo nickel (970,000).
| Mint | Good | Fine | Extremely Fine | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | $1 – $2 | $2 – $5 | $8 – $20 | $40 – $90 |
| 1926-D | $1 – $2 | $2 – $5 | $8 – $20 | $40 – $90 |
| 1926-S ★ | $20 – $30 | $60 – $100 | $350 – $700 | $2,500 – $5,000 |
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A typical circulated 1926 buffalo nickel is worth $1 – $2 in Good condition, while uncirculated examples run $40 – $90. Certain varieties are worth far more — see the key-date notes.
Where is the mint mark on a buffalo nickel?
Look for a small letter near the date. No letter means Philadelphia; D is Denver; S is San Francisco.
Educational estimates for typical examples — not an appraisal or an offer to buy. Silver floors assume ~$30/oz. Consult a dealer or PCGS/NGC before transacting.