As of May, 2024, a 1936-D/D Nickel RPM FS-502 in circulated condition is worth between $15.00 and $110.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $125.00 and $1,850.00, 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 $1,783.00 in the 11/03/2010 by renowned auctioneer Bowers & Merena, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Earle Fraser
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 21.20 millimeters
Weight: 5.00 grams
Mintage: 24,814,000
Mint: Denver
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Buffalo Five Cents 1913-1938

1936-D/D Nickel Rpm Fs-502 (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-671,850.00
MS-66+575.00
MS-66550.00
MS-65+460.00
MS-65450.00
MS-64+290.00
MS-64275.00
MS-63+210.00
MS-63200.00
MS-62+160.00
MS-62150.00
MS-61135.00
MS-60125.00
AU-58+110.00
AU-58100.00
AU-55+90.00
AU-5590.00
AU-53+85.00
AU-5385.00
AU-50+80.00
AU-5080.00
XF-45+72.00
XF-4570.00
XF-4060.00
VF-3555.00
VF-3050.00
VF-2545.00
VF-2040.00
F-1535.00
F-1230.00
VG-1025.00
VG-820.00
G-615.00

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 State125.001,850.00417.69
About Uncirculated80.00110.0090.00
Extremely Fine60.0072.0067.33
Fine and Very Fine30.0055.0042.50
Good and Very Good15.0025.0020.00

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 1936 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1936 Nickel (Regular Strike)2.0028.0031.0050,000.00
1936-D Nickel (Regular Strike)2.0037.0040.0030,000.00
1936-D Nickel 3-1/2 Legs (Regular Strike)500.0012,500.0015,000.0030,000.00
1936-S Nickel (Regular Strike)2.0035.0040.005,500.00
1936 Nickel Satin (Proof)460.00500.00775.0085,000.00
1936 Nickel Brilliant (Proof)335.00500.00775.0095,000.00
1936 Nickel DDO FS-101 (Regular Strike)20.00250.00300.004,500.00
1936 Nickel DDR FS-801 (Regular Strike)40.001,325.001,400.003,500.00
1936-D/S Nickel OMM FS-511 (Regular Strike)10.00160.00175.002,250.00
1936-S/S Nickel RPM FS-501 (Regular Strike)15.00135.00150.001,300.00
1936-D Nickel 3 1/2 Legs FS-901 (Regular Strike)475.0010,000.0011,000.0016,000.00

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.

1936-D/D Nickel Rpm Fs-502 (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

$95.18

Lowest Sale Price
$372.00

Highest Sale Price
$211.59

Average Sale Price
$144.00

Most Recent Sale Price
12

Number of Sales
$2,539.11

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-671,783.001,783.001,783.00
MS-66223.00840.00424.83
MS-65+95.18372.00211.59
MS-65489.00489.00489.00
MS-64104.00199.75132.96
XF-4569.0069.0069.00
VG-1041.0041.0041.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1936-D/D Nickel RPM FS-502 (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 $1,783.00.

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 1936-D/D Nickel RPM FS-502 (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1936-D/D Nickel RPM FS-502 (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 75.00% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Bowers & Merena with 9.38% / 6.25% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1936-D/D Nickel RPM FS-502 (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
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers144.0005/18/2022
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions840.0003/21/2022
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC325.0012/05/2021
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions372.0004/07/2021
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions288.0010/07/2020
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers120.0008/11/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions288.0008/21/2019
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions109.0001/02/2019
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions216.0010/17/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions408.0011/02/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions540.5008/02/2017
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions124.0001/10/2017
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7501/10/2017
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions211.5007/12/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions164.5004/26/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions188.0003/29/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions141.0007/21/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions199.7501/04/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions528.7512/07/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions229.1312/07/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections245.0510/26/2014
VG-10PCGSGreat Collections41.0006/22/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions223.0012/05/2013
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0007/11/2013
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers95.1811/16/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0004/18/2012
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0001/03/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions276.0004/27/2011
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions233.0001/31/2011
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena1,783.0011/03/2010
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena301.0011/03/2010
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions104.0006/07/2006