The 1937 Buffalo Nickel, PCGS PR66+ Cameo with CAC endorsement, is an extraordinary piece and a true American classic. Struck in the final year of the beloved Buffalo Nickel series, this coin boasts not only incredible technical quality but also dazzling visual appeal. Its surfaces gleam with a beautiful cameo contrast—sharp, frosty devices against deeply mirrored fields—testament to both its proof production at the Philadelphia Mint and meticulous, careful preservation.
Composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel, this proof coin weighs 5 grams and measures 21.2 mm in diameter, perfectly embodying James Earle Fraser’s celebrated design. The obverse features the iconic profile of a Native American chief, while the reverse is graced by the powerful image of an American bison, thought to be inspired by “Black Diamond” of the New York Zoo.
Proof 1937 Buffalo Nickels are rare, with only 5,769 pieces struck. The PR66+ Cameo grade places this example among the finest known, with deeply mirrored fields and frosty, beautifully struck devices that pop under lighting. The CAC sticker represents third-party assurance that this coin meets strict standards for quality and eye appeal demanded by elite collectors.
This Buffalo Nickel stands as a symbol of the closing chapter in one of America’s most enduring and artistically significant coin series. With its classic imagery, top-tier preservation, and rare Cameo finish, it is a breathtaking choice for collectors seeking history, artistry, and prestige in a single, unforgettable coin.