As of May, 2024, a 1930-S Nickel RPM FS-501 in circulated condition is worth between $25.00 and $365.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $400.00 and $850.00, 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 $431.00 in the 10/17/2011 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: 5,435,000
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Buffalo Five Cents 1913-1938

1930-S Nickel Rpm Fs-501 (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-64850.00
MS-63+575.00
MS-63550.00
MS-62+475.00
MS-62450.00
MS-61425.00
MS-60400.00
AU-58+365.00
AU-58350.00
AU-55+320.00
AU-55320.00
AU-53+310.00
AU-53310.00
AU-50+300.00
AU-50300.00
XF-45+260.00
XF-45250.00
XF-40200.00
VF-35175.00
VF-30150.00
VF-25125.00
VF-20110.00
F-15100.00
F-1285.00
VG-1070.00
VG-860.00
G-650.00
G-440.00
AG-325.00

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 State400.00850.00532.14
About Uncirculated300.00365.00321.88
Extremely Fine200.00260.00236.67
Fine and Very Fine85.00175.00124.17
Good and Very Good40.0070.0055.00
Poor, Fair, and About Good25.0025.0025.00

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 1930 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1930 Nickel (Regular Strike)1.0050.0055.0017,500.00
1930-S Nickel (Regular Strike)2.0090.00100.0030,000.00
1930-S Nickel 2 Feathers FS-401 (Regular Strike)50.00665.00700.001,150.00
1930 Nickel DDO FS-101 (Regular Strike)20.00235.00275.001,000.00
1930 Nickel DDR FS-802 (Regular Strike)75.00685.00750.002,000.00
1930 Nickel DDR FS-803 (Regular Strike)250.001,175.001,250.002,750.00
1930 Nickel DDR FS-801 (Regular Strike)25.00385.00450.002,500.00

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.

1930-S Nickel Rpm Fs-501 (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

$123.38

Lowest Sale Price
$158.63

Highest Sale Price
$142.00

Average Sale Price
$144.00

Most Recent Sale Price
3

Number of Sales
$426.01

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-64384.00384.00384.00
MS-63253.00260.00256.50
MS-62431.00431.00431.00
XF-45109.00109.00109.00
XF-40123.38158.63142.00
VF-30141.00141.00141.00
VF-2565.0082.5073.75
VF-2040.0040.0040.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1930-S Nickel RPM FS-501 (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from VF-20 to MS-64. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-62 having the highest max price $431.00.

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 1930-S Nickel RPM FS-501 (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1930-S Nickel RPM FS-501 (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 91.67% share, followed by Great Collections with 8.33% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1930-S Nickel RPM FS-501 (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
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0010/25/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions384.0008/21/2019
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions144.0012/26/2018
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions123.3801/31/2016
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions158.6310/20/2014
VF-25PCGSGreat Collections82.5006/22/2014
VF-25PCGSHeritage Auctions65.0012/02/2013
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions141.0008/19/2013
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0004/01/2013
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions431.0010/17/2011
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions253.0009/09/2004
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions260.0011/02/2000