Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels- 2nd Edition

Description Feature Detail Title / Series A Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels, 2nd Edition — Red Book Series #8 by Whitman Publishing. Author Q. David Bowers Publication Date 2017 Pages 320 pages Format / Size / Binding Paperback (trade softcover), full color; size 6 × 9 inches ISBN-10 0794845223 Subject Coverage All Buffalo nickels (1913–1938) Jefferson nickels (1938 to date) Content Highlights Mintage figures, specifications, date-by-date analysis (with varieties), enlarged images/photos (especially for overdates and die variations), market values for multiple grades, including “Full Steps” designation for Jefferson nickels; new appendices covering hobo nickels, American Buffalo gold coin, cultural aspects (“Nickels Here and There”) etc. Why It’s Valuable to Collectors Provides detailed, updated values, helping you see what Buffalo & Jefferson nickels are trading for in condition tiers. Includes high-resolution images and enlarged variety photos which help when identifying subtle features or overdates. Includes “Full Steps” grading info for Jefferson nickels (important for collectors who track whether the steps on Monticello are fully defined) — that’s a feature many other guides gloss over. The appendices make it more than just a catalog: adds historical & cultural context (hobo nickels etc.), which helps for collector interest and grading/identification. Because nickels are common but many date/mint/variety combinations have significant premium (especially in high grade or full steps), having this guide helps avoid overpaying or missing rare issues.