Buffalo Nickels, also known as Indian Head Nickels, were minted in the United States from 1913 to 1938. The 1917 Buffalo Nickel features a distinctive design with a Native American chief on the obverse and an American bison on the reverse. The denomination of the coin is 5 cents (5c). Buffalo Nickels are popular among collectors for their historical significance and artistic depiction of American heritage. The 1917 date is part of a series that varies in rarity and condition, impacting its collectible value.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1917 5c 5c Buffalo Nickels 1917 Philadelphia
1917-D 5c 5c Buffalo Nickels 1917 Denver
1917-S 5c 5c Buffalo Nickels 1917 San Francisco