This D/D variety is a desirable mint error sought after by both Buffalo nickel and RPM specialists. With bold detail, frosty luster, and strong eye appeal, this coin stands at the upper echelon of mint state survivors.
Coin Highlights:
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Mint: Denver
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Date: 1938
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Denomination: 5 Cents
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Variety: D/D RPM (Repunched Mintmark)
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Composition: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
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Weight: 5.00 grams
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Diameter: 21.2 mm
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Grade: PCGS MS66
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Mintage: 7,020,000
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Obverse Design: Native American profile, James Earle Fraser
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Reverse Design: American Bison, “FIVE CENTS” below
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Edge: Plain
Historical Significance:
The 1938-D is not only the final Buffalo Nickel but was struck at the Denver Mint exclusively, marking the end of one of the most artistically admired U.S. coin series. The D/D mintmark is one of several known RPM varieties for the date and reflects the hand-punching process still used in the late 1930s, just before major minting advancements.
Collectibility:
Buffalo Nickels are perennial favorites among collectors, and the 1938-D/D RPM is a standout for those seeking significant varieties. With PCGS MS66 certification, this coin is among the highest-graded examples available to collectors, boasting sharp devices and lustrous, original surfaces. A superb specimen for both type set and variety collectors.
