As of May, 2024, a 1921 Nickel 2 Feathers FS-401 in circulated condition is worth between $20.00 and $550.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $650.00 and $2,150.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $7,800.00 in the 01/12/2020 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Earle Fraser
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 21.20 millimeters
Weight: 5.00 grams
Mintage: 10,663,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Buffalo Five Cents 1913-1938

1921 Nickel 2 Feathers Fs-401 (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-652,150.00
MS-64+1,550.00
MS-641,500.00
MS-63+1,250.00
MS-631,200.00
MS-62+850.00
MS-62750.00
MS-61700.00
MS-60650.00
AU-58+550.00
AU-58500.00
AU-55+460.00
AU-55450.00
AU-53+410.00
AU-53400.00
AU-50+360.00
AU-50350.00
XF-45+250.00
XF-45225.00
XF-40175.00
VF-35140.00
VF-30130.00
VF-25110.00
VF-20100.00
F-1585.00
F-1270.00
VG-1045.00
VG-835.00
G-625.00
G-420.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State650.002,150.001,177.78
About Uncirculated350.00550.00435.00
Extremely Fine175.00250.00216.67
Fine and Very Fine70.00140.00105.83
Good and Very Good20.0045.0031.25

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1921 Buffalo Nickel. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1921 Nickel (Regular Strike)5.00335.00375.0017,500.00
1921-S Nickel (Regular Strike)50.002,750.003,150.0042,500.00
1921-S Nickel 2 Feathers FS-401 (Regular Strike)75.002,200.002,500.0012,250.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1921 Nickel 2 Feathers Fs-401 (Regular Strike) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$86.00

Lowest Sale Price
$188.00

Highest Sale Price
$130.00

Average Sale Price
$93.00

Most Recent Sale Price
4

Number of Sales
$520.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-677,800.007,800.007,800.00
MS-665,405.005,405.005,405.00
MS-65+2,880.002,880.002,880.00
MS-64+1,140.001,140.001,140.00
MS-63705.001,645.001,063.33
AU-53441.00999.00720.00
AU-5061.00109.0085.00
XF-4089.00180.00147.50
VF-35153.00153.00153.00
VF-3086.00188.00130.00
VF-2574.00460.00203.33
F-1545.0089.0068.67
F-1266.0066.0066.00
VG-1062.0062.0062.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1921 Nickel 2 Feathers FS-401 (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from VG-10 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $7,800.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1921 Nickel 2 Feathers FS-401 (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1921 Nickel 2 Feathers FS-401 (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 96.43% share, followed by Stack's Bowers with 3.57% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1921 Nickel 2 Feathers FS-401 (Regular Strike) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
F-15PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0010/05/2022
MS-64+PCGSStack's Bowers1,140.0006/09/2021
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions93.0008/12/2020
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions61.0002/05/2020
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,880.0001/12/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions7,800.0001/12/2020
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions180.0010/25/2019
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions840.0008/21/2019
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions156.0010/17/2017
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0002/07/2017
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0009/07/2016
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions1,645.0007/07/2016
VF-25PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0007/21/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions5,405.0007/12/2015
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions188.0001/04/2015
VF-25PCGSHeritage Auctions76.0005/05/2014
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0003/03/2014
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions165.0012/02/2013
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions153.0009/25/2013
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions153.0009/25/2013
F-15PCGSHeritage Auctions72.0009/23/2013
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions441.0007/11/2013
F-15PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0006/05/2013
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0006/05/2013
F-12PCGSHeritage Auctions66.0005/27/2013
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions999.0004/24/2013
VF-25PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0004/18/2012
VG-10PCGSHeritage Auctions62.0002/20/2012