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1. 1913 T1 Buffalo 3 1/2 leg question.

   

   

   Discussion by Vetter · February 20, 2026 9:51AM · Home› U.S. Coin Forum

   I was going through some Buffalos I had on my desk and came across this one. Could this be the 3 1/2 leg variety or just a well worn Buffalo? Any insight is appreciated. The last picture is from PCGS.

2. Re: 1913 T1 Buffalo 3 1/2 leg question.

   

   Comment by BuffaloIronTail · February 21, 2026 7:49PM · Home› U.S. Coin Forum

   It's possible that the coin above is an earlier die state of the 3 1/2 Legger. The obverse has similarities (like the area to the left of Iron Tail's neck). If you look at the U in UNUM on the two nickels, you will see that one touches the back of Black Diamond, and the other one is noticeably farther away. I believe that…

3. Re: 1913 T1 Buffalo 3 1/2 leg question.

   

   Comment by BuffaloIronTail · February 20, 2026 12:26PM · Home› U.S. Coin Forum

   The coin itself is not in great shape, but it still exhibits traits that would confirm a 3 1/2 Legger. Pete

4. Re: 1913 T1 Buffalo 3 1/2 leg question.

   

   

   Comment by ChrisH821 · February 21, 2026 4:33PM · Home› U.S. Coin Forum

   On the topic... what do we think of this one? It looks like a lot of leg there but it might just be the crud making it stand out. Maybe a proto-3 1/2 leg die state.

5. Re: 1913 T1 Buffalo 3 1/2 leg question.

   

   Comment by buffnut · March 22, 2026 10:34AM · Home› U.S. Coin Forum

   Looks legit Vetter!

6. Re: 1913 T1 Buffalo 3 1/2 leg question.

   

   Comment by ad4400 · February 20, 2026 10:22AM · Home› U.S. Coin Forum

   I like its chances. Appears to have some of the obverse die markers of what appeared to be heavy clashes behind the Indians neck and going up to partially removed third feather.

7. Re: 1913 T1 Buffalo 3 1/2 leg question.

   

   Comment by ChrisH821 · February 20, 2026 3:26PM · Home› U.S. Coin Forum

   I think you've got one..