1918/17-D Buffalo Nickel ANACS XF-40 Lamination/Cleaned

Offered here is one of the true key varieties in the Buffalo Nickel series — the 1918/7-D overdate. Certified by ANACS as EF 40 Details, this example displays strong remaining detail with a bold overdate that is easily visible even to the naked eye. The coin exhibits light circulation wear, consistent with the EF 40 designation, and still retains much of its original character and sharpness.

This particular specimen has been noted by ANACS for several issues: laminations, rim damage, and evidence of prior cleaning — all of which are not uncommon in circulated examples of this highly sought-after variety. Despite these issues, the coin remains highly desirable for advanced collectors seeking a genuine example of this famous minting error at a more accessible price point.

The 1918/7-D overdate is one of the most famous and dramatic varieties in all of 20th-century U.S. coinage. It was created when a 1917 die was overpunched with an 1918 date at the Denver Mint, resulting in a prominent doubled date that has fascinated numismatists for generations.

The 1918/7-D remains a centerpiece for any serious Buffalo Nickel collection or variety set. Rarely encountered in higher grades and increasingly scarce overall, this coin presents an excellent opportunity to acquire one of the most iconic varieties in U.S. numismatics.