Pics of the new buffalo nickels

Weiss

Just in case someone hasn't posted it yet...

hamiltonjh

good pic...I didnt realize Jefferson had such a big nose

Catch22

Wow, for the first time in years, I like. The best lookin' circulating coin since the Mercury dime.

CarlWohlforth

I like them too!

AC7DX

God!!!!! for a minute I thought it was "Bob Hope"

Weiss

<< <i>Wow, for the first time in years, I like. The best lookin' circulating coin since the Mercury dime. >>



I agree 100%. I like this whole series so far. I think the minimalism and interesting perspective of the obverse really mimics Fraser's original Indian Head design, too. It's just different enough that it isn't a copy (like the SAE design), it's really more of an homage.

islemangu

USA...you can just smell the Liberty
No, I really like it too

TWQG

I really like this design and I'm excited about the kansas quarter as well.

Cladiator

Kudos to the mint for finally making a seriously nice new coin.

laserart

When are those going to be released?

Weiss

<< <i>When are those going to be released? >>



Monday!

Shamika

<< <i>I didnt realize Jefferson had such a big nose >>


Looks kind of like Bob Hope.

Shamika

Or Richard Nixon.

kenoshapete

I think these are going to be highly sought after coins. I plan on buying many more that what I usually purchase.... Anyone know if the 2005 obverse will be the one the mint keeps for 2006 and future dates, or will it revert to the 1938-2004 obverse?

Pete

ms70

Not bad for a dead president. But it's still a dead president. I like the bison!

JrGMan2004

Nice Jeffalo...

DHeath

Pinocchio and some animal with an oversized head on stilts.

mgoodm3

I really like the obv.

LeeG

Seems kind of bland to me? But then, what do I know. I'll probably order some anyway. They'll be "Hot" this being the only year of issue. Lee

carl

Please excuss my ignorance but when did this all come about?
I never heard the Mint was changing the nickel. Is this for real?
Was it in the news or TV or what?
If this is for real, I'm for it all the way. I'll grab them by the roll right away.

LeeG

Carl heres a link to some articles about the new nickels. Lee

New Nickel

Gemini

The buffalo seems to be crouched down in an attack stance like a bull getting ready to charge but at the same time this makes him appear to be cowering down to fit the space on the nickel.

I don't know why but just looking at the semi profile keyhole shot of Jefferson makes me smile and I can't take it serious.

carl

Thanks for the info on the new nickel. I saved it to my computer and will send to some of my friends that probalby won't believe me. I don't know how I missed this but might have seen it and just old age made me forget.

skydivdav

LeeG-
thanks for the link. interesting read. i like the new design and look forward to its release.

blue skies!
david

dtkk49a

I personally think the both the obv and reverse lack the artistic flair that should coincide with a major design change.
That's the best Jefferson they could come up with ? However I think they will be very popular. The obvious wear spot on this coin will be the Bob Hope like nose.

DBSTrader2

Anyone going to get some in DC Tuesday at the free exchange?

- - Dave

righton

I will be ordering rolls and bags!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

righton

airplanenut

It's better than the regular Monticello we've seen for decades, but it's still a president.

Now, am I the only one confused to death over the direction the buffalo is facing?

lordmarcovan

<< <i>Wow, for the first time in years, I like. The best lookin' circulating coin since the Mercury dime. >>





Though I think the Sac dollars are a pretty nice design, too. Not that they actually circulate that much.

ychange

interesting design, can't say i'm crazy about the obverse. wonder if the mint has an off-center design for lincs, rosies, washington and the rest of the gang waiting in the wings. now *that* i could get behind, but only the jeff,...meh.

i have to wonder what catchy 'extra' designation will be sought after on the series,... MS69 FN (Full Nostril.)

boiler78

The buffalo looks a bit too scrawny to me. I love the idea of bringing the buffalo design back but I don't understand why the mint had to reinvent the wheel. IMO the original buffalo design is far superior. Why didn't they use it?

MAD4MORGANS

I'm surprised "In God We Trust" is still on the coin. Apparently, the Liberals haven't attacked our coinage and currency yet.

I can't wait until some error coins show up!!