As of May, 2024, a 1937 Nickel, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $1,900.00 and $21,500.00, 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 $13,200.00 in the 10/09/2022 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: 5,769
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Buffalo Five Cents 1913-1937

1937 Nickel, Cam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-67+21,500.00
MS-6715,750.00
MS-66+13,000.00
MS-6611,000.00
MS-65+8,750.00
MS-656,500.00
MS-64+4,000.00
MS-643,250.00
MS-63+2,650.00
MS-632,400.00
MS-62+2,050.00
MS-621,900.00

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 State1,900.0021,500.007,729.17

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 1937 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1937 Nickel (Regular Strike)2.0028.0031.0030,000.00
1937-D Nickel (Regular Strike)2.0028.0031.0021,000.00
1937-D Nickel 3 Legs (Regular Strike)450.003,000.003,150.00150,000.00
1937-S Nickel (Regular Strike)2.0028.0031.0020,000.00
1937 Nickel (Proof)460.00500.00775.0095,000.00
1937-D Nickel 3 Legs, FS-901 (Regular Strike)375.001,650.002,100.0055,000.00

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.

1937 Nickel, Cam (Proof) – 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

$4,169.00

Lowest Sale Price
$8,400.00

Highest Sale Price
$6,133.20

Average Sale Price
$8,400.00

Most Recent Sale Price
10

Number of Sales
$61,332.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67+7,500.007,500.007,500.00
MS-674,888.0013,200.008,804.87
MS-66+10,800.0010,868.7510,834.38
MS-664,169.008,400.006,133.20
MS-65+6,600.006,600.006,600.00
MS-651,955.006,325.003,829.69
MS-641,560.002,700.001,992.37
MS-621,200.001,380.001,310.42

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1937 Nickel, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-62 to MS-67+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $13,200.00.

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 1937 Nickel, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1937 Nickel, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 64.52% share, followed by Bowers & Merena / Stack's Bowers with 12.90% / 12.90% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1937 Nickel, CAM (Proof) 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-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions10,800.0007/23/2023
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions13,200.0010/09/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions6,000.0008/28/2022
MS-66+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions10,868.7505/26/2022
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers6,600.0012/21/2020
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers8,400.0008/11/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,560.0004/28/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions10,801.2004/28/2019
MS-67+NGCStack's Bowers7,500.0011/08/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions8,225.0004/27/2016
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions3,818.7502/27/2014
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions1,351.2502/03/2014
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers1,594.4811/08/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,115.0009/25/2013
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions1,200.0009/25/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions3,220.0004/18/2012
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions6,325.0002/02/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions4,169.0001/03/2012
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions1,380.0004/27/2011
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena5,520.0001/03/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions5,463.0007/08/2010
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena8,165.0003/01/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions4,600.0002/01/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions6,900.0004/06/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions4,888.0003/02/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions9,775.0011/03/2005
MS-65NGCBowers & Merena1,955.0007/08/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,700.0005/05/2004
MS-66NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities4,830.0001/05/2004
MS-66NGCBowers & Merena5,750.0007/30/2003
MS-66PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers7,475.0002/24/2003