How Much Is a 1936-S Buffalo Nickel (Indian Head Five Cents) Worth?
A 1936-S Buffalo Nickel (Indian Head Five Cents) sells for about $7.99, based on 43 recent sales.
Typical sale price
$7.99
The median of 43 recent sales
Lowest $1.83. Highest $151.
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Sold price guide, updated August 31, 2026
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Recent sales
6 of the 43 completed sales behind this guide.
- $8Sold Jul 18
1936-S Buffalo Nickel 5C San Francisco Mint Business Strike KM#134
View on eBay - $13Sold Jul 15
#1 Nicer Low Mintage 1936 S Buffalo Nickel
View on eBay - $9Sold Jul 17
5 Buffalo Nickels. 1928-s 1930-s 1935 2-1936-s. Holed. 5 Coins. 209991
View on eBay - $6.95Sold Jul 17
1936-P 1936-D 1936-S Buffalo Nickel Set - F/VF (Lot#1)
View on eBay - $3Sold Jul 17
1936 S Buffalo Nickel
View on eBay - $20Sold Jul 16
1936-S Buffalo Nickel - Scarce Uncirculated Lustrous No Reserve #L6323
View on eBay
What moves the price
Asking or sold
Listings ask
$5
median asking price
Sales closed at
$7.99
37% over asking
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1936-S Buffalo Nickel (Indian Head Five Cents) worth?
A 1936-S Buffalo Nickel (Indian Head Five Cents) sells for about $7.99, based on 43 recent sales.
Is a 1936-S Buffalo Nickel (Indian Head Five Cents) worth selling?
A typical one sells for $7.99. After eBay's selling fee that leaves about $6.90, before shipping and what you paid for it.
What is the most a 1936-S Buffalo Nickel (Indian Head Five Cents) has sold for?
The highest of the 43 recent sales we track was $151.
What are sellers asking for a 1936-S Buffalo Nickel (Indian Head Five Cents)?
Listings ask about $5, 37% below the $7.99 that sales closed at.
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Based on 43 recent sold listings. Last updated August 31, 2026.
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