Good reference on Matte Proof Buffalo Nickels?
ChrisH821
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I've done some searching but can't really seem to find a thorough reference book or website on matte proof buffalo nickels.
Ideally I'm looking for an illustrated reference with die identifiers, characteristics, etc. Anyone have suggestions for this?
I see there are a few reference books on Wizard but not sure which would have more information on Proofs, or if there is something else out there.
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It's been a long time since I accessed David Lange's Buffalo Nickel Book.
He had a separate section dealing with proofs by date.
Pete
PCGS CoinFacts has great photos and a brief discussion at the bottom of the page below the roster of finest known.
https://www.pcgs.com/coinfacts/coin/1913-5c-type-1/3988
https://www.pcgs.com/coinfacts/coin/1913-5c-type-2/3990
David Lange's Third Edition (2006) is available.
https://www.wizardcoinsupply.com/product/the-complete-guide-to-buffalo-nickels.html
https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Guide-Buffalo-Nickels/dp/1880731711
I don't know how the Wexler and Flynn book compares, but it's probably good.
@ColonelJessup posted Die markers for the Type 2 (recess below mound) matte proofs and
I posted photos in this thread from 2017:
https://forums.collectors.com/discussion/comment/11767407/#Comment_11767407
Look for:
1. Triangular die chip at top of D, pointing backwards
2. Long die line on rim below buffalo's head
as pictured in the above thread.