As of May, 2024, a 1936-S/S Nickel RPM FS-501 in circulated condition is worth between $15.00 and $135.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $150.00 and $1,300.00, 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 $1,150.00 in the 04/01/2009 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: 14,930,000
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Buffalo Five Cents 1913-1938

1936-S/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-661,300.00
MS-65+750.00
MS-65650.00
MS-64+425.00
MS-64400.00
MS-63+265.00
MS-63250.00
MS-62+175.00
MS-62165.00
MS-61160.00
MS-60150.00
AU-58+135.00
AU-58125.00
AU-55+115.00
AU-55110.00
AU-53+95.00
AU-5390.00
AU-50+85.00
AU-5085.00
XF-45+75.00
XF-4570.00
XF-4065.00
VF-3560.00
VF-3055.00
VF-2550.00
VF-2045.00
F-1540.00
F-1235.00
VG-1030.00
VG-825.00
G-620.00
G-415.00

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 State150.001,300.00426.36
About Uncirculated85.00135.00105.00
Extremely Fine65.0075.0070.00
Fine and Very Fine35.0060.0047.50
Good and Very Good15.0030.0022.50

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/D Nickel RPM FS-502 (Regular Strike)15.00110.00125.001,850.00
1936-D/S Nickel OMM FS-511 (Regular Strike)10.00160.00175.002,250.00
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-S/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

$104.00

Lowest Sale Price
$419.48

Highest Sale Price
$288.79

Average Sale Price
$384.00

Most Recent Sale Price
12

Number of Sales
$3,465.48

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-661,020.001,150.001,085.00
MS-65+132.00822.50422.63
MS-64104.00419.48288.79
MS-63141.00228.00180.50
MS-62155.00178.00166.50
MS-61216.00216.00216.00
MS-60132.00132.00132.00
AU-58135.00253.00184.17
AU-5589.0089.0089.00
AU-5380.00104.0089.33
AU-5049.0070.0059.50
XF-4558.0090.0072.67
XF-4033.0059.0046.00
VF-3557.0063.0060.00
VF-3023.5072.0050.50
VF-2539.0069.0051.75
VF-2020.0047.0033.67

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1936-S/S Nickel RPM FS-501 (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from VF-20 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $1,150.00.

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-S/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 1936-S/S Nickel RPM FS-501 (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 80.33% share, followed by Great Collections / Stack's Bowers with 11.48% / 3.28% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1936-S/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
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions384.0004/12/2023
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,020.0003/21/2022
MS-65+NGCGoldberg Auctioneers132.0002/15/2022
AU-53ANACSHeritage Auctions84.0001/12/2022
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions89.0012/29/2021
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions216.0006/02/2021
VF-35NGCHeritage Auctions63.0012/30/2020
VF-25NGCHeritage Auctions39.0012/30/2020
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions228.0008/26/2020
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions192.0008/21/2019
AU-58PCGSDavid Lawrence RC135.0008/18/2019
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions132.0004/17/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions312.0001/09/2019
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions59.0012/26/2018
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions33.0012/26/2018
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions235.0007/05/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions822.5004/26/2016
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions141.0003/22/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions446.5003/03/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5010/20/2015
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0003/01/2015
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions58.0002/03/2015
VF-25PCGSGreat Collections49.0012/21/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions419.4812/07/2014
VF-30PCGSGreat Collections54.0010/26/2014
MS-64NGCGreat Collections258.5010/12/2014
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions305.5010/06/2014
AU-50NGCHeritage Auctions49.0006/30/2014
AU-53NGCHeritage Auctions80.0006/30/2014
VF-20PCGSGreat Collections47.0006/22/2014
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions246.7505/19/2014
MS-65+ANACSGreat Collections315.7005/04/2014
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions164.5004/21/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions306.0011/01/2013
VF-30PCGSGreat Collections72.0009/29/2013
VF-25PCGSHeritage Auctions50.0009/16/2013
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions90.0007/15/2013
VF-25PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0007/11/2013
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions56.0007/08/2013
VF-35PCGSGreat Collections57.0007/07/2013
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers353.0005/30/2013
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions70.0001/14/2013
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions70.0001/14/2013
VF-30PCGSStack's Bowers23.5011/16/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0004/18/2012
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions575.0002/02/2012
AU-58ANACSHeritage Auctions253.0001/03/2012
VF-30NGCHeritage Auctions47.0002/07/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0001/31/2011
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0001/31/2011
MS-64NGCBowers & Merena207.0006/17/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0008/12/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0004/01/2009
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions661.0009/01/2008
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions219.0001/09/2008
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions161.0001/11/2006
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions155.0006/03/2004
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions178.0001/12/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions184.0012/10/2003
VF-20NGCHeritage Auctions20.0005/07/2003
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions104.0008/08/2001