Coin Myths, Trivia & Facts, Hobbies & Crafts

The Buffalo nickel — sometimes called an Indian Head nickel — s a 5-cent U.S. coin. Here’s everything you could possibly want to know about Buffalo nickels and Hobo nickels (which are Buffalo nickels with artwork engraved on them by hobos). Due to the years it was minted (1913-1938), the Buffalo nickel is highly synonymous with World War I, the Roaring ’20s, and the Great Depression. See current values, how likely you are to find a Buffalo nickel today, and tips for collecting Buffalo nickels. (If we happen to compare other coins to Buffalo nickels, you’ll find those articles here, as well.)